SOL 5.3 Motion Review

Front

A force that opposes the motion of an object is called _____________.

Back

friction

Front

Moving objects have __________________ energy.

Back

kinetic

Front

With objects of the same mass, the greater the force, the _______________ the change in motion will be.

Back

greater

Front

What causes a change in an object's motion?

Back

force

Front

Which surface would have the least amount of friction?

Back

a smooth, hardwood floor

Front

What is the definition of force?

Back

A push or pull on an object.

Front

What type of energy is stored in an object due to its position?

Back

potential energy

Front

What is the relationship between mass and acceleration when a force is applied?

Back

Greater mass results in less acceleration for the same force.

Front

What is the unit of force in the metric system?

Back

Newton (N)

Front

What happens to an object at rest when a force is applied?

Back

It will start to move in the direction of the force.