Force Motion Energy Benchmark Check 1

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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 energy?

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The ability to do work or cause change.

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What is friction?

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A force that opposes motion between two surfaces in contact.

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What is gravity?

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A force that pulls objects toward each other, such as the Earth pulling us down.

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What is potential energy?

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Stored energy that has the potential to do work, such as a ball at the top of a hill.

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What is kinetic energy?

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The energy of an object in motion.

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What is the relationship between force and motion?

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A force can cause an object to start moving, stop moving, or change its direction.

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What is the effect of friction on motion?

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Friction slows down or stops the motion of an object.

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How does gravity affect objects on Earth?

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Gravity pulls objects toward the center of the Earth, affecting their weight.