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What type of force opposes motion?

  • Energy
  • Weight
  • Gravity
  • Friction (correct)

To easily push a heavy cabinet, what can be done to lessen the friction?

  • Lift the cabinet to decrease friction between the cabinet and the floor
  • Ask help from other family members to push the cabinet
  • Remove what is inside the cabinet to lessen the friction
  • Use rollers to lessen the friction between the cabinet and the floor (correct)

When a ball and a box are pushed at the same time, which object typically travels a longer distance?

  • The box because it has a smaller surface area in contact with the floor
  • The ball because it has a smaller surface area in contact with the floor (correct)
  • The box because it has a bigger surface area in contact with the floor
  • Both because they have the same surface area in contact with the floor

Which type of friction is typically the strongest among these?

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How does gravity affect the movement of an object thrown upward?

<p>Gravity decreases the motion of an object as it goes up (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the process of energy transformation according to the text?

<p>The process of converting one form of energy to another (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is always produced in energy transformation?

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Based on the scenario of turning on an electric bulb, what can you conclude about energy?

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Which statement best describes the Law of Conservation of Energy?

<p>Energy cannot be created or destroyed but may be transformed from one form into another (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What energy transformation occurs when turning on a flashlight in a dark room?

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What is the main role of friction in relation to moving objects?

<p>Allows moving objects to change direction (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When jumping, what force do you need to overcome?

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

Why did the volleyball slow down when tossed upward?

<p>Due to gravity (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should drivers do when the road is wet?

<p>Drive slowly because there is less friction on a wet road (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it difficult to move objects on a rough surface?

<p>There is greater friction on a rough surface (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What conclusion can be drawn about friction based on its effects on objects and people?

<p>Friction has desirable effects on objects and people (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of a pulley?

<p>It decreases the force exerted to lift heavy objects. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which simple machine is characterized by a slanted surface?

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

What distinguishes a wedge from other simple machines?

<p>It is a flat and slanting surface. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what scenario would a driver most likely use a wedge?

<p>To cut through something like a seatbelt in an emergency (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do simple machines like pulleys contribute to work efficiency?

<p>By making work easier and faster (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following represents an example of an inclined plane?

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

What simple machine can a fruit vendor use to divide a pineapple into four parts?

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

If Juan wants to put heavy boxes at the back of his truck, which simple machine can he use?

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

How do construction workers transport mixed cement from the ground floor to the 3rd floor?

<p>Use an inclined plane (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are examples of a screw?

<p>Bottle cap, jar lid, lightbulb (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can you infer about a wedge based on the examples provided like scissors, axes, and knives?

<p>It has an inclined plane with a sharp edge for cutting or splitting materials. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is a simple machine important according to the text?

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Flashcards

Friction

A force that opposes motion between two surfaces in contact.

Reducing Friction

Using rollers to reduce friction between a cabinet and the floor makes it easier to move.

Surface Area and Friction

Objects with smaller surface areas in contact with the floor experience less friction and move further.

Static Friction

The strongest type of friction, occurring when an object is at rest.

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Gravity and Upward Motion

Gravity slows down objects as they move upward.

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Energy Transformation

The process of changing one form of energy into another.

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Heat in Energy Transformation

Heat is always produced during energy transformation.

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Conclusion about Energy

Energy can be converted from one form to another.

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Law of Conservation of Energy

The law stating that energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed.

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Energy Transformation in Flashlight

The transformation from chemical energy to electrical energy, then to light energy and heat.

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Role of Friction in Motion

Friction allows moving objects to change direction.

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Overcoming Gravity

To jump, you need to overcome the force of gravity.

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Gravity and Slowdown

Gravity causes objects to slow down when tossed upward.

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Friction and Wet Roads

Drive carefully on wet roads as there is less friction.

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Rough Surfaces and Friction

Rough surfaces create more friction, making it harder to move objects.

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Effects of Friction

Friction has beneficial effects on objects and people.

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Pulley

A simple machine that reduces the force needed to lift heavy objects.

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Inclined Plane

A simple machine consisting of a slanted surface.

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Wedge

A simple machine characterized by a flat, slanting surface, often used for splitting or cutting.

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Wedge in Emergency

A driver might use a wedge to cut through a seatbelt in an emergency.

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Simple Machines and Work Efficiency

Simple machines like pulleys make work easier and faster.

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Example of Inclined Plane

A stairway is an example of an inclined plane.

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Screw

A screw is a simple machine used for fastening or dividing things.

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Inclined Plane for Loading

An inclined plane can be used to move heavy boxes into a truck.

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Inclined Plane in Construction

Construction workers use inclined planes to transport materials to higher floors.

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Examples of Screws

Bottle caps, jar lids, and lightbulbs are examples of screws.

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Wedge's Characteristic

A wedge is a simple machine with a sharp inclined plane used for cutting and splitting.

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Importance of Simple Machines

Simple machines make work easier and faster.

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Study Notes

Friction

  • Friction is a force that opposes motion.
  • It allows moving objects to change direction.
  • Friction makes moving objects slow down and eventually stop.
  • Friction causes wear and tear of objects, but it also allows us to hold things and use brakes.

Gravity

  • Gravity is a force that affects the movement of an object thrown upward.
  • It slows down the upward motion of an object.

Simple Machines

  • Simple machines are designed to make work easier and faster.
  • They help to decrease force, speed, and work.
  • Examples of simple machines include:
    • Inclined plane (e.g., stairs, wooden ramp, and slide)
    • Lever
    • Pulley
    • Screw
    • Wheel and axle
    • Wedge (e.g., scissors, axes, and knives)

Inclined Plane

  • An inclined plane has a sloping surface.
  • It is used to move loads between areas of different heights.

Pulley

  • A pulley is a simple machine with a circular frame that revolves on a rod.
  • It is used to lift heavy objects by changing the direction of the force exerted on an object.

Screw

  • A screw is a simple machine with an inclined plane with a spiral rib.
  • Examples of screws include bottle caps, jar lids, and lightbulbs.

Wedge

  • A wedge is a simple machine with an inclined plane with a sharp edge.
  • It is used to cut or split materials apart.

Energy

  • Energy can be transformed from one form to another.
  • Energy transformation is the process of converting one form of energy to another.
  • Heat is always produced in energy transformation.
  • The Law of Conservation of Energy states that energy cannot be created or destroyed, but it may be transformed from one form into another.

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Test your knowledge of simple machines with this quiz covering topics such as the types of simple machines, their uses, and their characteristics. Identify the correct simple machine for specific scenarios and understand the basic functions of these machines.

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