Force and Motion (5.6D)

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What is force?

Back

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

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What are the types of forces?

Back

The types of forces include gravity, magnetism, and friction.

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What effect does gravity have on an object?

Back

Gravity pulls objects towards the Earth, which can speed them up as they fall.

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What is motion?

Back

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

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What is an example of changing the motion of an object?

Back

Changing the height of a ramp can change the motion of an object.

Front

How does distance affect the motion of magnets and metal objects?

Back

Increasing the distance between magnets and metal objects can increase the motion of the objects.

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What is friction?

Back

Friction is a force that opposes motion between two surfaces in contact.

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What is magnetism?

Back

Magnetism is a force that can attract or repel certain materials, like iron.

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What happens when you push an object?

Back

Pushing an object applies a force that can change its motion.

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What is an example of a push force?

Back

Pushing a toy car to make it move forward is an example of a push force.