Types of Forces Flashcards
1
Q
A force acting against any object that is moving through the Earth’s atmosphere.
A
Air resistance/ Drag
2
Q
A force pushing upwards on an object in a liquid.
A
Upthrust
3
Q
A force pushing upwards on an object flying in the air.
A
Lift
4
Q
The force that pulls objects towards the centre of the Earth.
A
Weight
5
Q
A force exerted to move an object away or towards another object.
A
Push/ Pull
6
Q
A push caused by an engine,
A
Thrust
7
Q
The force between two surfaces sliding over one another, that causes them to heat up and wear.
A
Friction
