Physics: Understanding Forces
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Which of the following is an example of applied force?

  • The Earth pulling objects downward.
  • A ball bouncing off the court.
  • Pushing a shopping cart. (correct)
  • A book resting on a table.
  • Gravitational force only affects very large objects like planets and stars.

    False (B)

    What is the primary effect of friction on a moving object?

    slows it down

    __________ friction prevents an object from moving when a force is applied to it.

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

    Match the type of friction with its description:

    <p>Static Friction = Friction that prevents an object from moving. Sliding Friction = Friction that occurs when an object slides over a surface. Rolling Friction = Friction that resists the motion of a rolling object.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which force is responsible for preventing a book from falling through a table?

    <p>Normal Force (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sliding friction is also known as static friction.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the below is not a type of friction?

    <p>Repulsive Friction (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of friction resists the motion of an object moving through a liquid or gas?

    <p>Fluid friction (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Newton's first law, an object in motion will stay in motion unless acted upon by an outside force.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What SI unit is used to express net force?

    <p>Newton (N)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For every action, there is an equal and ________ reaction.

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

    Match the type of energy with its description:

    <p>Potential Energy = Stored energy that has the ability to do work. Kinetic Energy = Energy of motion Mechanical Energy = The sum of potential and kinetic energy Chemical Energy = Energy stored in the bonds of molecules and atoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of energy is associated with heat and the increased movement of molecules?

    <p>Thermal energy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Convection is the transfer of heat through direct physical contact.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What two types of energy sum up to give mechanical energy?

    <p>Potential and Kinetic energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The formula for Newton's second law of motion is Force = mass times _________.

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

    Which of the following is an example of fluid friction?

    <p>A swimmer moving through water (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Force

    A push or pull acting on an object.

    Applied Force

    Force that you exert on an object to move it.

    Normal Force

    Force perpendicular to a surface that supports weight.

    Gravitational Force

    The force that pulls objects toward the Earth.

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    Friction

    A force that opposes the motion of two surfaces in contact.

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    Static Friction

    Friction that prevents an object from moving when force is applied.

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    Sliding Friction

    Friction occurring when an object slides over a surface.

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    Rolling Friction

    Friction that resists the motion of rolling objects.

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    Fluid Friction

    Friction resisting the motion of an object through liquids or gases.

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    Inertia

    An object remains at rest or in motion unless acted upon by a force.

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    Newton's Second Law (F=ma)

    Net force is equal to mass times acceleration.

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    Equal and Opposite Reaction

    For every action, there's an equal and opposite reaction.

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    Potential Energy

    Stored energy based on position or state.

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    Kinetic Energy

    Energy of motion when an object is moving.

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    Mechanical Energy

    The sum of potential and kinetic energy in an object.

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    Chemical Energy

    Energy stored in the bonds of chemical compounds.

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    Thermal Energy

    Energy associated with heat causing molecules to move.

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    Study Notes

    Force

    • Force is a push or pull, present in many actions.
    • Four types: applied, normal, gravitational, and friction.

    Applied Force

    • Applied force is the force you apply to an object (e.g., dribbling a ball, pushing a cart).

    Normal Force

    • Normal force is a perpendicular force exerted by a surface on an object to prevent it from falling or moving through the surface (e.g., table supporting a book, court making a ball bounce).

    Gravitational Force

    • Gravitational force pulls objects towards the Earth.
    • Essential for maintaining the solar system and atmosphere.
    • Keeps objects on the ground.

    Friction

    • Friction opposes motion between surfaces in contact.
    • Four types: static, sliding, rolling, and fluid.

    Static Friction

    • Prevents an object from moving when force is applied.
    • Ex: Pushing a stationary block.

    Sliding Friction

    • Resists motion during sliding.
    • Also known as kinetic friction.
    • Ex: A child sliding down a slide.

    Rolling Friction

    • Resists motion during rolling.
    • Ex: A basketball rolling on the court.

    Fluid Friction

    • Resists motion through a liquid or gas.
    • Also known as viscous drag.
    • Ex: Swimming.

    Newton's Laws of Motion

    Newton's First Law (Inertia)

    • A body remains at rest or in constant motion unless a force acts upon it.
    • Ex: A ball rolling on a field will continue unless kicked.

    Newton's Second Law (F=ma)

    • Force equals mass times acceleration.
    • Formula for calculating net force.
    • Unit of force is the Newton (N).

    Newton's Third Law (Action-Reaction)

    • For every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction.
    • Ex: When you dribble a ball, it exerts an equal and opposite force back on your hand.

    Energy

    • Energy enables work.
    • Nine main types: potential, kinetic, mechanical, chemical, thermal, electrical, radiant, sound, and nuclear.

    Potential Energy

    • Stored energy.
    • Ex: Lifting a hammer.

    Kinetic Energy

    • Energy of motion.
    • Ex: A hammer about to hit a nail.

    Mechanical Energy

    • Sum of potential and kinetic energy.
    • Ex: A hammer already hitting a nail.
    • Potential = Future Tense (stored energy)
    • Kinetic = Present Tense (motion energy)
    • Mechanical = Past Tense (work has already been done)

    Chemical Energy

    • Energy stored in chemical bonds.
    • Released during chemical reactions.
    • Ex: Combustion (fire).

    Thermal Energy

    • Associated with heat.
    • Temperature rise causes faster molecular movement.
    • Three transfer methods: conduction, convection, radiation.

    Conduction

    • Heat transfer through direct contact.
    • Ex: Stirring hot coffee with a metal spoon.

    Convection

    • Heat transfer through fluid movement (liquid or gas).
    • Ex (not given in text): Hot air rising.

    Radiation

    • Heat transfer through electromagnetic waves.
    • Ex (not given in text): Heat from the sun.

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    This quiz delves into the concept of force and its various types, including applied, normal, gravitational, and frictional forces. You'll explore each type's definition and real-world applications. Test your knowledge on how these forces interact in different scenarios.

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