Chapter 1: Force and Motion II

Question 1

Resultant force

Answer 1

The single force the represents the vector sum of two or more forces
acting on an object

Question 2

Resolution of forces

Answer 2

Process of resolving a force into two components

Question 3

Equilibrium of forces

Answer 3

Forces acting on an object produce a zero resulting force

Question 4

Elasticity

Answer 4

The property of material that enables an object to return to its original
shape and size after the force applied on it is removed

Question 5

Hooke’s law

Answer 5

Extension of a spring is directly proportional to the force applied on the
spring provided the elastic limit of the spring is not exceeded