Forces & Motion Vocab Flashcards
1
Q
Collision
A
When two objects come into contact with each other
2
Q
Damage
A
Physical harm that occurs during a collision that impairs an objects normal function
3
Q
Force
A
A push or pull
4
Q
Kinetic Energy
A
The energy that is transferred during a collision
5
Q
Contact Force
A
Force that is applied by objects in contact with each other
6
Q
Deform
A
When an object bends or changes shape
7
Q
Best Line Fit
A
Refers to the line on a scatter plot that shows the relationship between the points
8
Q
Elastic Limit
A
The maximum amount that an object can be stretched without permanent alteration in it’s physical appearance
9
Q
Breaking Point
A
The maximum pressure that an object can stand without the objects breaking
10
Q
Peak Force
A
The maximum force applied during a collision
