Types of forces

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What is a contact force?

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A force that occurs when two objects physically touch each other.

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Which of the following is NOT an example of gravity?

Back

What makes us jump.

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What does electric force require?

Back

Electricity.

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What is friction?

Back

A force that is a rubbing motion between two objects.

Front

What is gravity?

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A force that pulls objects toward each other, such as the force that keeps us on Earth.

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What is tension?

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A pulling force transmitted through a string, rope, or wire when it is pulled tight.

Front

What is magnetic force?

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A force that can attract or repel objects due to their magnetic fields.

Front

What is the difference between contact and non-contact forces?

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Contact forces require physical touch, while non-contact forces act at a distance.

Front

What is an example of a non-contact force?

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Gravity.

Front

What happens when two objects slide against each other?

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Friction occurs, which can slow down or stop the motion.