Basic Physics Concepts

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What is force?

Back

Force is a push or pull on an object.

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What does friction do?

Back

Friction slows objects when they rub together.

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What does gravity do?

Back

Gravity pulls objects toward Earth's center.

Front

How are mass and weight related?

Back

Mass and weight are distinct concepts.

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What unit is force measured in?

Back

Force is measured in newtons (N).

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What happens when balanced forces act on an object?

Back

The object remains at rest or moves at a constant speed.