Forces Flashcards
1
Q
What is a Force ?
A
A push or pull
2
Q
What kind of Quantity is Force ?
A
A vector quantity
3
Q
What a Vector quantity ?
A
A quantity that has Magnitude & Direction
4
Q
What is Force measured in ?
A
Newtons (N)
5
Q
What is the formula for Force ?
A
F = m x a
6
Q
What is Weight ?
A
Downward pull of gravity on the body
7
Q
What is Tension ?
A
The force in a stretched rope or string
8
Q
What is Friction ?
A
A Force that stops objects (air or water resistance)
9
Q
What is the Resultant Force ?
A
Formed when at least two forces are acting through the same point of an object
10
Q
What is the formula for Acceleration ?
A
a = f/m
11
Q
What is the formula for Weight ?
A
W = m x a
12
Q
What is Gravity ?
A
Push or Pull of a large body by a much smaller body
