Force Flashcards
1
Q
What is the formula for working out Force?
A
Force = mass x acceleration (F=ma)
2
Q
What is mass?
A
The amount of matter an object contains.
3
Q
What is weight?
A
Weight is a measure of the force exerted on the object by gravity, or the force needed to support it.
4
Q
What is the equation for force due to gravity?
A
Fg=MxG (Force=mass x gravity)
5
Q
How many N/kg-1 is gravity?
A
10 N/kg–1
6
Q
What are the 4 types of forces?
A
Push, Friction, Weight, Support
