Grade 6 Science Forces

Front

What type of force opposes the motion of an object?

Back

Friction Force

Front

What direction does the friction force act in relation to the motion of an object?

Back

Opposite to the direction of the motion force

Front

How are forces typically represented in diagrams?

Back

As arrows

Front

What is the relationship between thrust force and drag force?

Back

Thrust force is opposite to drag force.

Front

What does a scale measure?

Back

Mass

Front

What is the definition of force in physics?

Back

A push or pull on an object that can cause it to accelerate.

Front

What is the unit of force in the International System of Units (SI)?

Back

Newton (N)

Front

What is the effect of balanced forces on an object?

Back

The object remains at rest or continues to move at a constant velocity.

Front

What happens when unbalanced forces act on an object?

Back

The object accelerates in the direction of the net force.

Front

What is gravitational force?

Back

The force of attraction between two masses.