Forces and Motion

Front

What is a force?

Back

A force is a push or a pull action on an object.

Front

What action do you take when you jump on a trampoline?

Back

You push down on the trampoline.

Front

What action do you take when you pedal your bike?

Back

You push the pedals.

Front

What action do you take to open a door?

Back

You pull the door.

Front

What action do you take when you kick a ball?

Back

You push the ball.

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 shopping cart.

Front

What is an example of a pull?

Back

Pulling a suitcase.

Front

What happens when you apply a force to an object?

Back

The object may start moving, stop moving, or change direction.

Front

What is gravity?

Back

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