Force & Motion Knowledge Check

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What is force?

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A push or pull on an object that can cause it to move, stop, or change direction.

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What is motion?

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The change in position of an object over time.

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What is gravity?

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A force that pulls objects toward each other, such as the Earth pulling objects toward its center.

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What is friction?

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A force that opposes the motion of an object, caused by the contact between two surfaces.

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What is kinetic energy?

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The energy an object has due to its motion.

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What happens when forces are balanced?

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The object remains at rest or continues to move at a constant speed.

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What happens when forces are unbalanced?

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The object will accelerate in the direction of the net force.

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How can you increase the speed of an object?

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By applying a greater force to it.

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What is potential energy?

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The energy stored in an object due to its position or state.

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What is the relationship between force and motion?

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Force causes changes in motion.