Forces and Motion

Front

In order to move a glass across a table, an _______ Force must be applied.

Back

Unbalanced

Answer explanation

To move a glass across a table, an unbalanced force must be applied. This force overcomes the friction between the glass and the table, allowing it to move.

Front

A change in Position over time is the definition of what?

Back

Motion

Answer explanation

Motion is the change in position over time. It describes the movement of an object.

Front

What will happen if a Net Force of 0 is applied to an object?

Back

It will stay still

Answer explanation

If a net force of 0 is applied, the object will stay still. This is because the forces acting on the object are balanced, resulting in no motion.

Front

The Tendency for an object to resist a change in MOTION is termed

Back

Inertia

Answer explanation

Inertia is the tendency for an object to resist a change in motion. It is the correct choice.

Front

The force that works to slow down an object moving on a surface is called

Back

Friction

Answer explanation

Friction is the force that works to slow down an object moving on a surface.

Front

Do forces act in pairs?

Back

Yes

Front

If two forces are pulling on each other but not causing movement, the forces are

Back

equal, Balanced

Answer explanation

If two forces are pulling on each other but not causing movement, the forces are balanced.

Front

If you are standing on the ground and want to use a Reference Point to know the Earth is moving, what would you look at? Options: Trees, Cars, Sun, House

Back

Sun

Answer explanation

To determine the Earth's movement from a reference point on the ground, look at the Sun. Its apparent motion across the sky indicates the Earth's rotation.

Front

Which graph shows constant speed on a Distance/Time Graph?

Back

Front

A Car is on the highway and the mile markers are passing by slowly, the car must be?

Back

Slowing Down