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Weight depends on ___ and gravitational acceleration.
Weight depends on ___ and gravitational acceleration.
mass
Gravitational force is a contact force.
Gravitational force is a contact force.
False
Which of the following statements about the normal force is correct?
Which of the following statements about the normal force is correct?
What happens to the gravitational force between two objects if the distance between them increases?
What happens to the gravitational force between two objects if the distance between them increases?
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Match the following concepts with their correct descriptions:
Match the following concepts with their correct descriptions:
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What does Newton's Third Law state?
What does Newton's Third Law state?
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In an elastic collision, colliding objects stick together.
In an elastic collision, colliding objects stick together.
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What is the formula used to calculate weight?
What is the formula used to calculate weight?
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The gravitational force acting on an object is measured in __________.
The gravitational force acting on an object is measured in __________.
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Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
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What is the value of gravitational acceleration (g) on Earth?
What is the value of gravitational acceleration (g) on Earth?
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Mass varies based on location, while weight is constant everywhere in the universe.
Mass varies based on location, while weight is constant everywhere in the universe.
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Give an example of a contact force.
Give an example of a contact force.
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Which of the following describes an elastic collision?
Which of the following describes an elastic collision?
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Noncontact forces require physical contact to act.
Noncontact forces require physical contact to act.
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Define gravitational force.
Define gravitational force.
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In a(n) __________ collision, objects collide and stick together.
In a(n) __________ collision, objects collide and stick together.
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Match the following forces with their categories:
Match the following forces with their categories:
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What is a common misconception regarding action and reaction forces?
What is a common misconception regarding action and reaction forces?
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Increasing the flow rate of water in a jetpack will decrease the height of the rider above the water.
Increasing the flow rate of water in a jetpack will decrease the height of the rider above the water.
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Explain how Newton's third law of motion applies to the use of a jetpack.
Explain how Newton's third law of motion applies to the use of a jetpack.
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Contact forces require __________ between objects.
Contact forces require __________ between objects.
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Which example illustrates a noncontact force?
Which example illustrates a noncontact force?
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The gravitational force between you and your desk is very small because _____
The gravitational force between you and your desk is very small because _____
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Mass and weight are the same physical quantity.
Mass and weight are the same physical quantity.
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If you weigh 600 N on Earth, what is your mass?
If you weigh 600 N on Earth, what is your mass?
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Gravity is an example of a _____ force.
Gravity is an example of a _____ force.
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If you push on a wall with a force of 20 N, the force acting on you from the wall is:
If you push on a wall with a force of 20 N, the force acting on you from the wall is:
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A planet is discovered that has twice the mass of Earth but the same gravitational acceleration. If you weigh 700 N on Earth, on the new planet you would weigh ____.
A planet is discovered that has twice the mass of Earth but the same gravitational acceleration. If you weigh 700 N on Earth, on the new planet you would weigh ____.
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Newton's third law states that an object at rest will remain at rest unless acted upon by an unbalanced force.
Newton's third law states that an object at rest will remain at rest unless acted upon by an unbalanced force.
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Calculate the weight of a 25 kg object on the Moon, where gravity is 1.6 m/s².
Calculate the weight of a 25 kg object on the Moon, where gravity is 1.6 m/s².
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The weight of an object can be calculated using the formula W = m × ___.
The weight of an object can be calculated using the formula W = m × ___.
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What is the direction of the force acting on the person when they apply force to the object while accelerating?
What is the direction of the force acting on the person when they apply force to the object while accelerating?
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When a person pushes an object on ice with minimal friction, what initially happens to the person?
When a person pushes an object on ice with minimal friction, what initially happens to the person?
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Which scenario depicts a situation where action and reaction forces are not equal?
Which scenario depicts a situation where action and reaction forces are not equal?
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If a person exerts a force on an object while standing on ice, what happens to their motion once they start pushing the object?
If a person exerts a force on an object while standing on ice, what happens to their motion once they start pushing the object?
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Which of the following statements regarding forces and motion on a frictionless surface is true?
Which of the following statements regarding forces and motion on a frictionless surface is true?
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Study Notes
Newton's Third Law
- For every action, there's an equal and opposite reaction.
- When one object applies a force on another, the second object applies an equal force in the opposite direction.
- Action and reaction forces act on different objects, so they do not cancel each other out.
Force Pairs
- The forces two objects apply to each other.
- Important in collisions, transferring energy and momentum.
- Forces that act during a collision, transferring energy and often resulting in momentum change.
Types of Collisions
- Elastic: Colliding objects bounce off each other.
- Inelastic: Colliding objects stick together.
Gravitational Force
- A non-contact force of attraction between any two objects with mass.
- Strength depends on the mass of the objects and the distance between them.
- Weight (W) is the gravitational force on an object: W = mg
- Where g is gravitational acceleration (approximately 9.8 m/s² on Earth).
- Gravity is a type of non-contact force.
Contact Forces
- Forces requiring physical contact between objects.
- Examples include friction, tension, and normal force, air resistance.
Non-Contact Forces
- Forces acting at a distance without physical contact.
- Examples include gravitational and magnetic forces, electrostatic force.
Normal Force
- A contact force exerted by a surface supporting an object's weight.
- Perpendicular to the surface.
Weight
- The gravitational force acting on an object's mass.
- Varies depending on the gravitational field strength.
Mass
- The amount of matter in an object.
- Constant regardless of location.
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Explore the fundamental concepts of forces in this quiz, including Newton's Third Law, force pairs, collisions, and various types of forces. Test your understanding of gravitational and contact forces and how they apply to real-world scenarios. Perfect for students looking to enhance their knowledge of physics principles.
