Physics - Forces

Question 1

Forces Definition

Answer 1

A force is a push or pull acting upon an object as a result of its interaction with another object

Question 2

Force Symbol

Answer 2

F

Question 3

Force Unit

Answer 3

Newtons (N)

Question 4

Newton’s First Law of Motion

Answer 4

An object remains stationary or remains in a uniform motion unless acted upon by an external force.

Question 5

What is Newton’s first law of motion also called?

Answer 5

Law of Inertia

Question 6

EQUATION

Newton’s Second Law of Motion

Answer 6

F = ma
Force = mass x acceleration

Question 7

Units for Newton’s second law of motion

Answer 7

Newtons (N) = Kilograms (Kg) x Metres per second squared (m/s^2)

Question 8

Newtons Third Law of Motion

Answer 8

For every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction

Question 9

Weight Definition

Answer 9

The force exerted on an object due to gravity

Question 10

Two types of friction

Answer 10

Static Friction
Kinetic Friction

Question 11

Friction Definition

Answer 11

A force that opposes the motion of an object.

Question 12

Definition of Air resistance

Answer 12

A force that opposes the motion of objects that move in the air

Question 13

ALL BEGIN WITH S

What is air resistance dependant on?

Answer 13

Speed
Surface Area
Shape