Energy and Motion Multiple choice
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Which of the following best describes balanced forces?

  • Balanced forces keep an object at rest (correct)
  • Balanced forces are non-contact forces
  • Balanced forces change an object's motion
  • Balanced forces are unequal

    • Which of the following best defines kinetic energy?

  • The energy of a moving object
  • The energy an object has due to its motion (correct)
  • The energy stored inside an object
  • The energy not currently being used

    • What is the definition of motion?

  • The tendency of an object in motion to stay in motion
  • A force that causes an object to start moving
  • The speed and direction of an object
  • A change in an object's position (correct)

    • What is the definition of force?

    <p>A push or pull</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of inertia?

    <p>The tendency of an object in motion to stay in motion or an object at rest to stay at rest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of acceleration?

    <p>A change in velocity over time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of speed?

    <p>How fast an object's position changes over time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of friction?

    <p>A force between surfaces that slows objects or stops them from moving</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of potential energy?

    <p>The energy stored inside an object</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes unbalanced forces?

    <p>Unbalanced forces change an object's motion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Balanced forces keep an object at rest, while unbalanced forces change the object's motion.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Energy of motion refers to stationary objects.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Potential energy is the energy an object has due to its motion.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Contact force occurs when one object touches another.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Non-contact force occurs only when objects touch each other.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Velocity refers to the direction of an object's motion.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Motion refers to a change in an object's position.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Force can cause an object to start moving, speed up, slow down, stop, or change directions.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Inertia is the tendency of an object in motion to stay in motion or an object at rest to stay at rest.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Acceleration refers to a change in velocity over time.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their definitions:

    <p>Velocity = The speed and direction of an object Force = A push or pull that can cause an object to start moving, speed up, slow down, stop or change directions Friction = A force between surfaces that slows objects or stops them from moving Energy = The ability to do work</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following types of forces with their descriptions:

    <p>Balanced forces = Forces act on an object without changing motion, object at rest Unbalanced forces = Change the motion of an object, affecting speed, direction or both Contact force = Occurs when one object touches another Non-contact force = Occurs without objects touching</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following types of energy with their definitions:

    <p>Kinetic energy = The energy an object has because it is in motion Potential energy = Energy stored inside an object; energy is not used</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms related to motion with their definitions:

    <p>Motion = A change in an object's position Inertia = The tendency of an object in motion to stay in motion or an object at rest to stay at rest Acceleration = When a moving object speeds up, slows down or changes direction Speed = How fast an object's position changes over time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Differences between energy of motion, kinetic energy, and potential energy.

    <p>Energy of motion refers to moving objects. Kinetic energy specifically refers to the energy an object has due to its motion. Potential energy is stored energy within an object or system, not currently being used.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between balanced forces and unbalanced forces?

    <p>The main difference between balanced forces and unbalanced forces is that balanced forces result in no change in an object's motion, while unbalanced forces result in a change in an object's motion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Forces and Motion

    • Balanced forces occur when two equal forces act in opposite directions, keeping an object at rest or maintaining constant velocity.
    • Unbalanced forces result in a change in an object's motion, either speeding it up, slowing it down, or changing its direction.
    • Force is an interaction that, when unopposed, changes the motion of an object. It can start, stop, or change the direction of movement.

    Energy Types

    • Kinetic energy is the energy possessed by an object due to its motion.
    • Potential energy is the stored energy in an object based on its position or configuration, often related to height or spring compression.
    • Difference between kinetic and potential energy lies in motion: kinetic energy is related to objects in motion, while potential energy depends on an object's position.

    Basic Definitions

    • Motion is defined as a change in an object's position over time.
    • Inertia is the resistance of an object to changes in its state of motion; an object at rest stays at rest, and an object in motion stays in motion.
    • Acceleration is the rate of change of velocity over time, indicating how quickly an object increases or decreases speed.
    • Speed measures how fast an object moves, regardless of direction.
    • Friction is a force that opposes the relative motion of two surfaces in contact, affecting the movement and speed of objects.

    Additional Concepts

    • Velocity incorporates both speed and direction of an object's movement, providing a more complete picture of motion than speed alone.
    • A contact force occurs through direct physical interaction, while a non-contact force (like gravity) acts at a distance without direct contact.

    Summary of Key Differences

    • Balanced forces maintain equilibrium and do not alter the motion of an object.
    • Unbalanced forces lead to acceleration or deceleration, causing a change in motion.

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    Test your knowledge on balanced and unbalanced forces, as well as different types of energy such as kinetic and potential energy. Learn the differences between these concepts and how they relate to an object's motion.

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