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A force is a push or pull that can cause an object to change its ______, direction, or shape.
A force is a push or pull that can cause an object to change its ______, direction, or shape.
speed
Contact forces require direct physical ______ between objects.
Contact forces require direct physical ______ between objects.
contact
The force of ______ attracts objects with mass towards each other.
The force of ______ attracts objects with mass towards each other.
gravity
Friction acts in the opposite direction of an object's ______.
Friction acts in the opposite direction of an object's ______.
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The ______ force is exerted perpendicular to a surface when one object pushes against another.
The ______ force is exerted perpendicular to a surface when one object pushes against another.
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Study Notes
Defining Force
- A force is a push or pull that can cause an object to change speed, direction, or shape.
- Forces are interactions between objects that can initiate or change motion, or alter an object's state of rest.
- Forces can be contact forces, where objects directly touch, or non-contact forces, where objects do not need to be in direct contact.
Types of Forces
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Contact Forces require direct physical contact between objects.
- Friction: Opposes motion between two surfaces in contact.
- Tension: Force transmitted through a string, rope, or cable when pulled tight.
- Normal Force: Exerted perpendicular to a surface when one object pushes against another.
- Muscular Force: Exerted by muscles when contracted or shortened.
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Non-Contact Forces can act on objects without direct contact.
- Gravity: Attracts objects with mass towards each other.
- Electrostatic Force: Acts between charged bodies, similar to gravity but with charged particles instead of mass.
Force Characteristics
- Direction: Forces act in a specific direction (pushing or pulling), influencing an object's motion.
- Magnitude: Refers to the strength or size of a force. A greater magnitude leads to a greater effect on an object.
- Interaction: Forces involve at least two objects: the object exerting the force and the object experiencing it.
- Object Properties: The mass, surface area, and texture of objects can impact the force.
Demonstrating Force Characteristics
- Friction: Acts in the opposite direction of an object's motion.
- Normal Force: Acts perpendicular to the surface supporting an object.
- Gravity: Between the Earth and an object is proportional to their masses.
- Electromagnetic Forces: Can act over large distances between charged particles.
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Description
This quiz explores the fundamental concepts of force, including the different types: contact and non-contact forces. You'll learn about forces like friction, tension, gravity, and electrostatic forces, and how they affect motion and rest. Test your knowledge of these principles with engaging questions!
