Science 3.Forces Flashcards

1
Q

Definition of upthrust

A

A force created by liquids pushing up on an object. It help fishes and boats float.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q

Definition of air resistance

A

A forces that acts on an object moving through air due to particles in the atmosphere.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
3
Q

Definition of weight

A

Weight= mass x gravity
Weight (N) mass (Kg)
Gravity (N/Kg)

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
4
Q

Definition of static

A

Build up of charge from friction.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
5
Q

Definition of friction

A

The force generated when two surfaces rub against each other.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
6
Q

Definition of magnetic

A

A material that exerts a magnetc field force.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
7
Q

Definition of contact

A

A type of force which needs to touch something to affect it.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
8
Q

What are forces measured in?

A

Newtons (N)

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
9
Q

What equipment do you use to measure forces

A

Newton meter

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly