Sci Chapter Force Flashcards

1
Q

What is the definition of force?

A

Force is a push or pull acting on an object.

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2
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True or False: Force has both magnitude and direction.

A

True

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3
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Fill in the blank: The unit of force in the SI system is __________.

A

Newton

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4
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Which of the following is an example of contact force? A) Gravity B) Friction C) Magnetism

A

B) Friction

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5
Q

What is the effect of unbalanced forces on an object?

A

Unbalanced forces cause an object to accelerate.

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6
Q

Name two types of forces.

A

Contact forces and non-contact forces.

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7
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True or False: Gravity is a non-contact force.

A

True

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8
Q

What is the relationship between mass and weight?

A

Weight is the force of gravity acting on an object’s mass.

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9
Q

Fill in the blank: The formula to calculate force is __________.

A

Force = Mass × Acceleration

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10
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What happens to the motion of an object when equal forces act on it?

A

The object remains at rest or continues to move at a constant velocity.

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