7.7 A Work Flashcards
1
Q
The use of force to move an object through a distance; calculated as force times distance.
A
Work
2
Q
A push or pull that can change the motion of an object.
A
Force
3
Q
The sum of all the forces acting on an object.
A
Net Force
4
Q
The change in an object’s position with respect to time and in comparison to the position of other objects used as reference points.
A
Motion
5
Q
Force that opposes the sliding motion between two touching surfaces.
A
Friction
6
Q
Devices that reduce the amount of force needed but do not reduce the amount of work being done.
A
Simple Machines
7
Q
A simple machine that is sloping at a particular angle.
A
Inclined Plane (Ramp)
