Science - Grade 6 Friction Module
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What is the primary effect of friction on a moving object?

  • It causes the object to change direction.
  • It has no effect on the object's motion.
  • It increases the object's speed.
  • It slows down or stops the object. (correct)
  • In which direction does friction act relative to an object's motion?

  • In a random direction.
  • Opposite to the object's motion. (correct)
  • Perpendicular to the object's motion.
  • In the same direction as the object's motion.
  • Which of the following statements is TRUE about friction?

  • Friction is only produced in a vacuum.
  • Friction does not affect the motion of objects.
  • Friction increases the speed of moving objects.
  • Friction is a force that opposes motion. (correct)
  • What is the relationship between the surfaces of two objects and the presence of friction?

    <p>Friction occurs when the surfaces rub against each other. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary effect of friction on a stationary glass of water on a table?

    <p>It prevents the glass from sliding. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following actions is most significantly made difficult due to friction?

    <p>Pushing a heavy cabinet (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes the effect of friction on moving objects?

    <p>Friction stops moving objects. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following options accurately describes the influence of friction on movement?

    <p>It slows down motion. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following words, best completes the sentence: 'Friction is a force that _______ motion of an object.'

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

    Which of the following is NOT an accurate description of friction?

    <p>It acts in the same direction as an object’s motion. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the experiment described, what is the main reason the ball and box travel different distances?

    <p>The difference in their shape or surface area (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on the experiment, which object likely experienced more friction?

    <p>The box, as it stops quicker (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the MOST significant factor influencing the amount of friction between an object and a surface?

    <p>The roughness of the contacting surfaces (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If a person pushes a box across a rough concrete floor and then pushes the same box across a smooth wooden floor with the same force, What would happen?

    <p>The box would travel further on the wooden floor due to less friction. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does friction generally affect moving objects?

    <p>Friction always causes moving objects to stop. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What would MOST likely happen if a car's tires had virtually no friction with the road?

    <p>The car would have difficulty starting, stopping, or turning. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A box is pushed across a carpeted floor. What is the next best step to reduce the amount of friction experienced by the box while still keeping the same pushing force?

    <p>Place the box on a smooth, hard surface like a wooden board (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason drivers should reduce their speed in rainy conditions?

    <p>Reduced friction between tires and road surface making it difficult to control the car. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following would typically experience less friction when sliding on a surface?

    <p>A ball with a smooth surface (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which action would NOT reduce the effects of friction?

    <p>Adding textured surfaces to tires for better grip. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are rollers placed under heavy objects before moving them?

    <p>To decrease friction owing to the contact area. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary effect of air on falling objects?

    <p>It opposes the movement. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Activity 1, what was one of the surface textures mentioned in relation to rolling and sliding?

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

    What feature of badminton shoes ensures better movement on the court?

    <p>Increasing friction between shoes and the floor. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which action is an example of increasing friction?

    <p>Using rubber soled shoes when jogging. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following scenarios would likely result in less friction?

    <p>Pushing a heavy box on a waxed floor. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which scenario does friction most likely cause a negative effect?

    <p>Moving on a slippery floor. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What determines how quickly a crumpled paper and a plain sheet of paper fall?

    <p>The air's effect on different surface areas. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If an object's surface area were to increase, what would be the effect on the friction encountered?

    <p>The friction would increase. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cristy needs to move a large, heavy cabinet. What strategy could help her move it more easily?

    <p>She should place rollers or other similar devices under the cabinet. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which activity relies the LEAST on friction for its intended function?

    <p>Skating on ice. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What practical solution is suggested for moving a heavy cabinet?

    <p>Using rollers under the cabinet (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Friction

    A force that opposes motion between two surfaces in contact.

    Static Friction

    The type of friction that acts on objects that are at rest.

    Kinetic Friction

    The type of friction that acts on objects that are moving.

    Fluid Friction

    The force that opposes the motion of an object through a fluid.

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    Sliding Friction

    The friction that occurs between two solid surfaces that are sliding over each other.

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    Rolling Friction

    The friction that occurs between two surfaces that are rolling over each other.

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    Surface Roughness

    Friction that is caused by the roughness of surfaces.

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    Molecular Attraction

    Friction that is caused by the attraction between molecules of two surfaces.

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    How does Friction affect motion?

    Friction acts in the opposite direction of movement, making it harder to move things or causing moving objects to slow down.

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    What creates Friction?

    When two objects rub against each other, friction occurs.

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    What effect does Friction have on moving objects?

    Friction makes objects move more slowly or stop completely.

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    What activities are difficult with Friction?

    Friction can make it difficult to do activities that involve sliding or moving surfaces, like writing on paper or pushing a heavy cabinet.

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    Gravity

    The force that pulls objects towards the center of the Earth.

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    Motion

    The force that makes objects move in a specific direction.

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    Magnetic Force

    The force that exists between objects with magnetic properties, attracting or repelling them.

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    What is friction?

    A force acting between two surfaces that are in contact and moving relative to each other, resisting the motion.

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    How does friction act?

    Friction always acts in the opposite direction of the object's motion.

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    What causes friction?

    Friction is caused by the interaction of the microscopic bumps and irregularities on the surfaces in contact.

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    What are some effects of friction?

    Friction helps stop moving objects and prevents them from slipping or sliding.

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    What is air resistance?

    The force opposing movement through air, caused by air particles colliding with the object.

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    How can friction be changed?

    Friction can be increased by using rougher surfaces or increasing the force pressing the surfaces together. It can be decreased by using smoother surfaces or reducing the force pressing them together.

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    Why is friction important?

    Friction is an important force that affects our everyday lives, from walking and driving to flying and even the functioning of machines.

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    Is friction a force or energy?

    Friction is a force, not an energy. It does not create energy, but instead dissipates it as heat.

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    Why drive slowly in the rain?

    Drivers drive slowly because the wet road provides more friction, making stopping easier.

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    Rollers and cabinets

    Rollers minimize friction by creating a smaller contact surface, allowing easier movement.

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    What is static friction?

    When objects are at rest, static friction prevents them from moving until enough force is applied to overcome this friction.

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    What is kinetic friction?

    Kinetic friction acts on objects that are already moving, slowing them down.

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    How does surface roughness affect friction?

    The smoother the surface, the less friction there will be. Rougher surfaces create more friction.

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    How does surface area affect friction?

    Objects with larger surface areas in contact with the floor experience greater friction.

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    What are some advantages of friction?

    Friction can be useful for things like allowing us to walk, gripping objects, and stopping a car.

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    What are some disadvantages of friction?

    Friction can be a disadvantage when it causes wear and tear on moving parts or slows down a machine.

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    Why is rolling friction lower than sliding friction?

    Rolling friction is less than sliding friction, which is why wheels and ball bearings are used to reduce friction.

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    How does friction affect the motion?

    It is the force that makes objects move slower or stop completely. Always acts in the opposite direction of movement.

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    Air Resistance

    A force that opposes the motion of an object through a fluid (like air or water).

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    How does air resistance change with the object?

    The size and shape of the object will impact the amount of air resistance.

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    How can friction be reduced?

    Making surfaces smoother reduces friction. Using things like oil or lubricants can also lessen friction.

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    Study Notes

    Science - Grade 6, Quarter 3 - Module 1: Friction

    • This module introduces friction and its effects on the movement of objects
    • Friction is a force that opposes motion between two surfaces in contact
    • Friction affects our daily activities, such as holding objects, walking, and moving objects
    • Friction may be desirable or undesirable
    • The force of friction acts in the opposite direction of the moving object's motion
    • Different surfaces exhibit different levels of friction
    • Rough surfaces have greater friction than smooth surfaces
    • Factors like surface area and texture affect friction
    • Air friction or air resistance also impacts objects in motion
    • Friction is directly correlated with surface area;
      • A larger surface area experiences more friction.
      • A smaller surface area results in less friction.
    • Friction causes moving objects to slow down and stop
    • Using lubricants, smoother surfaces, or reducing surface area to create less friction can help to reduce the effects of friction

    What I Know (Questions)

    • Questions related to friction and its effects on different motions
      • Examples: rolling objects, objects on different surfaces, effect of friction on motion

    What I Need to Know

    • The module is divided into two lessons:
      • Lesson 1 - Describing friction
      • Lesson 2 - How friction affects the movement of objects
    • Key concepts of friction are explained to help understand it

    What's In (Activities)

    • Activities to determine whether a situation involves a push or pull and to identify the forces applied on an object

    What's New (Activity)

    • Activity to observe how friction affects the movement of an object (Activity: Roll and Stop)
    • Observations are recorded and used to answer questions about why objects move at different speeds across different surfaces

    What is It

    • Friction is a force that opposes motion
    • Explains how friction occurs between two objects rubbing against each other
    • Explains how friction relates to the slowing down or stopping of an object's motion

    What's More (True/False)

    • Questions about friction, its actions and effects on various aspects

    What I Have Learned

    • Summarizes the concept of friction
    • Includes example actions and situations that demonstrate the presence of friction
    • Contains different examples that demonstrate the effects of friction

    What I Can Do (Illustrative Scenario)

    • Questions about a given illustration (Example: What would happen if a boy walked on a wet floor?)
    • Requires a description of potential accidents and preventive measures relating to the scenario.

    Assessment (Questions on Friction, Forces, and Direction)

    • Questions related to friction and its effects (Example: Which of the following forces slow down an object?)

    Additional Activities

    • Diagram-based activities explaining different aspects of friction

    Additional Activities (Benefits and Harms of Friction)

    • Categorizes whether an activity or feature benefits or harms friction or shows potential effects

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    This quiz covers the key concepts of friction as outlined in the Grade 6 Science curriculum. It explores how friction affects the motion of objects, the factors that influence it, and its practical implications in daily activities. Understand the differences in friction between various surfaces and how it can be managed.

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