Forces Flashcards
1
Q
contact force vs. non-contact
A
a force is applied by TOUCHING the object
force is applied by NOT touching the object
2
Q
what is a force
A
push pull twist
3
Q
resultant force (amnt frce on objct directin bod)
A
total amount of force acting on object with direction of body
4
Q
balanced vs. unbalanced
A
equal in size but opposite direction
force applied in one direction is bigger than the force in the opposite direction
5
Q
mass vs. weight (amnt + matter & measurmnt + gravity)
A
amount of matter that makes up something
measurement of the force of gravity acting on mass
6
Q
Types of forces (11 types)
A
friction
nuclear
gravity
tension
electro-static
magnetic
air-resistance
normal
kinetic
thrust
mechanical
