Elastic Forces Flashcards
0
Q
Define mass
A
The amount of matter in an object
1
Q
State Hooke’s law.
A
In a spiral spring, the force applied to stretch the spring is /directly proportional/ to the extension produced.
2
Q
Define weight
A
The force of gravity pulling on an object (measure in Newtons)
3
Q
Weight equals..
A
Mass (in kg) x gravity (10 on earth)
