F = ma Extension Ideas

Question 1

Equation for if an object has a constant acceleration between two points

Answer 1

Final velocity² = initial velocity² + (2 x acceleration x displacement)

Question 2

Closed system

Answer 2

A system where energy can neither be created or destroyed

Question 3

Resultant force

Answer 3

The total force acting on an object

Question 4

Newton’s second law (f = ma)

Answer 4

The total force acting on an object is equal to its mass times its acceleration

Question 5

Variables in pulley experiment

Answer 5

Force (independent), time (dependent) and mass of the object (control variable)