Forces and Energy Concepts

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What is friction?

Back

Friction is a type of force that keeps objects in motion or slows them down.

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What is an example of work?

Back

Kicking a soccer ball is an example of work.

Front

What is a force?

Back

A push or pull of an object is called a force.

Front

What happens when one force is stronger than the other?

Back

When one force is stronger than the other, the result is motion.

Front

What is a pull?

Back

A pull is a type of force that draws an object closer.

Front

What is gravity?

Back

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

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What are balanced forces?

Back

Balanced forces are equal forces acting on an object in opposite directions, resulting in no motion.

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What are unbalanced forces?

Back

Unbalanced forces are when one force is stronger than another, causing motion.

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What is energy?

Back

Energy is the ability to do work or cause change.

Front

What is an example of a push?

Back

Pushing a door open is an example of a push.