Read About It: Types of Forces

What is a force?

• A push or pull

• A type of energy

• A form of matter

• A state of motion

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Explain how friction affects motion.

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Gravity is a ______ force that pulls objects with mass toward each other.

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Which of the following is a non-contact force?

• Friction

• Magnetism

• Sliding

• Rolling

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Describe the difference between contact and non-contact forces.

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Magnetic force is strongest at the magnet's ______.

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How does the mass of an object affect gravitational force?

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