Forces and Motion

Front

What is a force?

Back

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

Front

What are the two types of forces?

Back

The two types of forces are push and pull.

Front

What does it mean to push an object?

Back

To push an object means to apply force away from yourself.

Front

What does it mean to pull an object?

Back

To pull an object means to apply force towards yourself.

Front

What is gravity?

Back

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

Front

Is gravity a push or a pull?

Back

Gravity is a pull.

Front

What happens when you push harder on an object?

Back

When you push harder, the object moves faster or farther.

Front

What is motion?

Back

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

Front

What is an example of a push?

Back

Pushing a door open is an example of a push.

Front

What is an example of a pull?

Back

Pulling a wagon is an example of a pull.