Force and Motion

Front

What is force?

Back

A push or pull on an object that can cause it to move, stop, or change direction.

Front

What is motion?

Back

The change in position of an object over time.

Front

What is gravity?

Back

A force that pulls objects toward each other, such as the pull of the Earth on objects.

Front

What is friction?

Back

A force that opposes motion between two surfaces that are in contact.

Front

What is the effect of ramp height on motion?

Back

Higher ramps can give objects more potential energy, leading to greater speed and distance when they roll down.

Front

What is the relationship between mass and force?

Back

More mass usually requires more force to move the object.

Front

What is a variable in an experiment?

Back

A factor that can change in an experiment, affecting the outcome.

Front

What is a controlled experiment?

Back

An experiment where only one variable is changed at a time to isolate its effects.

Front

What is the purpose of measuring distance in a force experiment?

Back

To determine how far an object moves when a force is applied.

Front

What is the role of air resistance in motion?

Back

Air resistance is a force that opposes the motion of an object moving through air.