Types of Forces

Front

What is air resistance?

Back

A type of friction that occurs when air pushes against a moving object, causing it to decelerate.

Front

What is friction?

Back

A force that resists motion between two surfaces.

Front

What type of force is depicted by an arrow that opposes motion?

Back

Friction.

Front

What force was Leanna unable to overcome when moving her dresser?

Back

Frictional force.

Front

What is applied force?

Back

Force created between two touching objects.

Front

What is gravitational force?

Back

The force of attraction between two masses.

Front

What is normal force?

Back

The support force exerted upon an object that is in contact with another stable object.

Front

What is tension force?

Back

The force transmitted through a string, rope, or wire when it is pulled tight by forces acting from opposite ends.

Front

How does surface area affect air resistance?

Back

Larger surface areas increase air resistance.

Front

What is the relationship between friction and motion?

Back

Friction opposes motion, making it harder for objects to move.