Force and Motion

Front

What is the force that pulls falling objects toward Earth?

Back

Gravity is the force that pulls falling objects toward Earth.

Front

What does gravity do to all objects?

Back

Gravity pulls all objects towards the center of the Earth.

Front

What is created when two or more objects rub against each other?

Back

Friction is created when two or more objects rub against each other.

Front

What term describes how fast or slow an object is moving?

Back

Speed describes how fast or slow an object is moving.

Front

What is the measure of how far an object has traveled?

Back

Distance is the measure of how far an object has traveled.

Front

What is the relationship between force and motion?

Back

Force causes an object to move or change its motion.

Front

What is inertia?

Back

Inertia is the tendency of an object to resist changes in its state of motion.

Front

What is the formula for calculating speed?

Back

Speed = Distance / Time.

Front

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.

Front

What is the effect of friction on motion?

Back

Friction opposes motion, slowing down or stopping moving objects.