Forces Flashcards

1
Q

A force that pulls objects toward each other.

A

Gravity

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2
Q

To press against an object in order to move it away

A

Push

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3
Q

The force that resists motion when two surfaces rub against each other

A

Friction

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4
Q

A condition or factor that changes in an investigation so the effects can be observed

A

Variable

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5
Q

Information describing what was leaned from an investigation based on observations and collected data

A

Valid Conclusion

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6
Q

The force gravity exerts on a object’s mass

A

Weight

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7
Q

An idea that can be tested by experiment or observation

A

Testable Hypothesis

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8
Q

A condition or factor that changes in an investigation so the effects can be observed

A

Variable

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9
Q

The place where something is located; where something has been put

A

Position

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10
Q

The quality of data to be true, correct, and dependable

A

Reliability

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11
Q

A push or a pull that causes an object to move, stop, or change direction

A

Force

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12
Q

A change in position of an object

A

Motion

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13
Q

An equal push on both sides of an object which results in no change in motion

A

Balanced Force

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14
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An unequal push on one side of an object which results in a change in motion

A

Unbalanced Force

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15
Q

The substance, object or group in an experiment that is not changed

A

Control

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16
Q

The tendency of an object in motion to remain in motion or an object at rest to remain at rest unless acted upon by an unbalanced force

A

Inertia

17
Q

To move an object toward or near another object

A

Pull