fORCES Flashcards

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What are forces?

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A force is a push or a pull that acts on an object due to the interaction with another object.

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What are forces measured in?

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Newtons (N)

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What are the two types of forces?

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Contact and Non-Contact

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What are contact forces?

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Contact forces act between two objects that are physically touching.

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What are non-contact forces?

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