Force and Motion Texas Science

Front

What is the term for the location of an object?

Back

Position

Front

What two tools can be used to measure the effect of friction on a ball?

Back

Measuring tape and stopwatch

Front

What do we call a change in direction, position, or speed of an object?

Back

Motion

Front

What force slows down a ball rolled on a carpet compared to one rolled on ice?

Back

Friction

Front

What is required to move an object with greater mass?

Back

Greater Force

Front

What is the force that pulls objects toward each other, like a ball to the ground?

Back

Gravity

Front

What is the term for the speed of an object in a specific direction?

Back

Velocity

Front

What is the effect called when two surfaces rub against each other?

Back

Friction

Front

What is the term for the push or pull on an object?

Back

Force

Front

What happens to an object's motion when a force is applied?

Back

It changes direction, speed, or position.