Forces and Motion

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What is a force?

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

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What is motion?

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

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What is energy?

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Energy is the ability to do work or cause change.

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What are the two main types of energy?

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Kinetic energy (energy of motion) and potential energy (stored energy).

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy an object has due to its motion.

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What is potential energy?

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Potential energy is the energy stored in an object due to its position or state.

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What is gravitational force?

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Gravitational force is the attraction between two objects due to their mass.

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What is friction?

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Friction is a force that opposes the motion of an object when it comes in contact with another surface.

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What is sound energy?

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Sound energy is the energy produced by vibrating objects that creates sound waves.

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter.