Lesson 1: Introduction to Forces Flashcards by Alexa Maxie | Brainscape

Q

a push or pull exerted on an object

A

force

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Q

scientists measure force using a unit called ____

A

newton (N)

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Q

the speed of an object in a particular direction

A

velocity

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Q

the rate at which velocity changes over time

A

acceleration

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