Force and Motion

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What is Force?

Back

A push or pull on an object that can cause it to move, stop, or change direction.

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What is Motion?

Back

The change in position of an object over time.

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What is Kinetic Energy?

Back

The energy an object has due to its motion.

Front

What is Potential Energy?

Back

The energy stored in an object due to its position or state.

Front

What is the relationship between force and motion?

Back

A force applied to an object can cause it to accelerate, changing its motion.

Front

What is the formula for calculating speed?

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Speed = Distance / Time.

Front

What happens when two forces act in the same direction?

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The object will move in the direction of the combined forces.

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What happens when two forces act in opposite directions?

Back

The forces may cancel each other out, resulting in no movement.

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What is the unit of force?

Back

Newton (N).

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What is acceleration?

Back

The rate of change of velocity of an object.