forces and resultant forces. Flashcards
1
Q
what is a resultant force?
A
when there is more than one force acts on an object, these forces can be seen as a single force that has the same effect as all the forces acting together.
2
Q
when does a force occur?
A
when 2 or more objects interact.
3
Q
what types of forces are there?
A
contact.
non-contact.
4
Q
what is a contact force?
A
objects that are touching.
5
Q
what is an example of a contact force?
A
tension as 2 people pull against one another.
6
Q
what is a non-contact force?
A
objects that aren’t touching.
7
Q
what is an example of a non-contact force?
A
force of gravity acts even when the objects are not touching.
