10 Questions
What is a contact force?
A force that occurs as a result of two objects making contact with each other
Which force is responsible for the weight of an object?
Gravitational force
What are the two components into which contact forces are often decomposed?
Normal force and friction force
Which force can exist without contact occurring?
Gravitational force
What are examples of everyday activities where contact forces are at work?
Pushing a car and kicking a ball
What is a contact force?
A force that occurs as a result of two objects making contact with each other
Which force is responsible for the weight of an object?
Gravitational force
What are the two components into which contact forces are often decomposed?
Normal force and gravitational force
Which force can exist without contact occurring?
Gravitational force
In which everyday example is a contact force at work?
Pushing a car
Test your knowledge of contact forces with this quiz! Explore the concepts of push, pull, friction, tension, and more. Challenge yourself with questions about everyday examples and the characteristics of contact forces.
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