Force

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What is force?

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A push or pull on an object.

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What is gravity?

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A force that pulls objects toward each other, such as the Earth pulling objects toward its center.

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What is friction?

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A force that opposes the motion of an object when it comes into contact with another surface.

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What happens to an object at rest if no forces act on it?

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It will stay at rest.

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What happens to an object in motion if no forces act on it?

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It will continue to move at a constant speed in a straight line.

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What is the relationship between mass and force?

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More mass requires more force to move the object.

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What is an example of a force in everyday life?

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Kicking a ball, pulling a door, or pushing a shopping cart.

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How does increasing force affect the motion of an object?

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Increasing force will increase the acceleration of the object.

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What is the effect of gravity on falling objects?

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Gravity causes objects to accelerate towards the ground.

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What is the role of friction in stopping a moving object?

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Friction opposes motion and helps to slow down or stop moving objects.