Forces Flashcards
1
Q
What is a force?
A
A force is a push or pull on an object caused by it interacting with another object.
2
Q
How can a force make things change?
A
Things can change shape, speed or direction
3
Q
Do 2 objects need to be touching to have a force?
A
No, only contact forces require the objects to be touching. Non-contact forces happen when the objects aren’t touching.
4
Q
Name 12 forces.
A
Upthrust/buoyancy, friction, tension, gravity, drag, lift, magnetic, electrostatic, thrust, and normal contact force.
