Forces Flashcards
1
Q
What is a force?
A
A force is a push, pull or twist.
2
Q
What is a contact force?
A
A force that acts when two objects contact and move one or the other.
3
Q
What is a non-contact force?
A
A force that can be moved without using contact.
4
Q
How do you measure forces?
A
Newtons.
5
Q
State the equation to calculate the weight of an object?
A
Earth gravity:10N/kg
2kg object
2kg x 10N/kg=20N
