Basic Physics Concepts FLASHCARDS

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What is friction?

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The force that resists motion.

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What is gravity?

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The force that pulls towards the earth's center.

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What is motion?

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A change in position.

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What is energy?

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The ability to do work.

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What is force?

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A push or a pull.

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What is a machine?

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An object that makes work easier.

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What is a SIMPLE MACHINE?

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An object that makes work easier but has few or no moving parts.

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What is effort?

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The force applied to a simple machine to do work.

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What is a load?

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The weight of the object being moved.

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What is a lever?

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A bar that turns on a point.