Forces (Released STAAR questions)

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What is a force?

Back

A force is a push or pull that can cause an object to move, stop, or change direction.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-2

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What is friction?

Back

Friction is a force that opposes the motion of an object, causing it to slow down or stop.

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What is gravity?

Back

Gravity is the force that pulls objects toward each other, such as the force that pulls us toward the Earth.

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NGSS.HS-PS2-4

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What is a spring launcher?

Back

A spring launcher is a device that uses a spring to launch an object, demonstrating the effect of force.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-2

NGSS.MS-PS3-5

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What is the purpose of a meterstick or measuring tape in an experiment?

Back

A meterstick or measuring tape is used to measure distances, such as how high an object goes when launched.

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What does it mean to push or pull an object?

Back

Pushing means applying force away from oneself, while pulling means applying force toward oneself.

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What is the role of repeated trials in an experiment?

Back

Repeated trials help ensure that results are reliable and not due to random chance.

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What is the difference between mass and weight?

Back

Mass is the amount of matter in an object, while weight is the force of gravity acting on that mass.

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What is the direction of motion?

Back

The direction of motion is the path along which an object moves, which can be described using compass directions.

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What is an experiment?

Back

An experiment is a scientific procedure to test a hypothesis by collecting data under controlled conditions.

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NGSS.MS-ETS1-4

NGSS.MS-PS1-2