Definitions-Grade3 Flashcards
A push or pull that makes an object move
Force
Moves something away from a force
Push
Moves something closer or towards the force
Pull
Movement or a change in an objects position
Motion
Needed to create a force of motion
Energy
The way that something is moved
Direction
A force that slows down objects that are rubbing up against each other
Friction
An invisible force that pulls things down towards the surface of the earth
Gravity
It takes more force to move heavier things and less force to move lighter things
Heavy and light
Example of pulling
Putting on socks, picking a flower, closing a door
Example of Pushing
kicking, riding a bike, shooting a basketball
An object is in motion when its _________changes
Position
Movement is caused by a _____ or a _______
push Pull
A push or a pull is called __________
force
