Force and Motion

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What is the force that slows and stops motion between touching objects?

Back

Friction is the force that slows and stops motion between touching objects.

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Magnetism is a type of what?

Back

Magnetism is a type of force.

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Front

What materials do magnets stick to?

Back

Magnets stick to iron.

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How can a force change an object's motion?

Back

A force can change an object's motion by starting the object moving.

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Front

What happens on rougher surfaces?

Back

Rougher surfaces have greater friction.

Front

What is force?

Back

A force is a push or pull that can change the motion of an object.

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Front

What is motion?

Back

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

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What is gravity?

Back

Gravity is the force that pulls objects toward each other, like the Earth pulling us down.

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What is an example of a contact force?

Back

Friction is an example of a contact force.

Front

What is an example of a non-contact force?

Back

Magnetism is an example of a non-contact force.

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