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What is the primary function of a wedge?
What is the primary function of a wedge?
- To attach objects together
- To cut, hold, or split things apart (correct)
- To lift heavy objects
- To reduce friction
Which simple machine involves a wheel connected to a rod at its center?
Which simple machine involves a wheel connected to a rod at its center?
- Screw
- Wedge
- Inclined plane
- Wheel and axle (correct)
What is a screw essentially?
What is a screw essentially?
- A specialized pulley system
- A type of lever
- An inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder (correct)
- A combination of wedges
What is the purpose of using an inclined plane?
What is the purpose of using an inclined plane?
Which of the following is a common application of a screw?
Which of the following is a common application of a screw?
What is the definition of force?
What is the definition of force?
Opening a door is an example of what type of force?
Opening a door is an example of what type of force?
Zipping up a school bag primarily involves what type of force?
Zipping up a school bag primarily involves what type of force?
Which of the following is an effect of force?
Which of the following is an effect of force?
What happens to the speed of a bicycle when more force is applied to its pedals?
What happens to the speed of a bicycle when more force is applied to its pedals?
What can happen when we apply force to a soft ball?
What can happen when we apply force to a soft ball?
What type of force opposes motion between two surfaces in contact?
What type of force opposes motion between two surfaces in contact?
What is the effect of applying powder on a carrom board?
What is the effect of applying powder on a carrom board?
In what direction does friction act relative to the movement of an object?
In what direction does friction act relative to the movement of an object?
Irregularities on surfaces cause which force?
Irregularities on surfaces cause which force?
Which type of surface generally produces more friction?
Which type of surface generally produces more friction?
What is the relationship between the weight of an object and the friction it exerts?
What is the relationship between the weight of an object and the friction it exerts?
Friction is useful for which of the following?
Friction is useful for which of the following?
What is one way that friction can be harmful?
What is one way that friction can be harmful?
What can be applied to reduce friction between moving parts?
What can be applied to reduce friction between moving parts?
Who is credited with discovering gravity after observing a falling apple?
Who is credited with discovering gravity after observing a falling apple?
What is the force that pulls everything towards the center of the Earth called?
What is the force that pulls everything towards the center of the Earth called?
The strength of gravity depends on which of the following factors?
The strength of gravity depends on which of the following factors?
What is required for 'work' to be done on an object?
What is required for 'work' to be done on an object?
Which of the following activities is NOT considered 'work' in science?
Which of the following activities is NOT considered 'work' in science?
What are tools that make work easier called?
What are tools that make work easier called?
Which of the following is an example of a simple machine?
Which of the following is an example of a simple machine?
What are the three terms used to describe the working of a lever?
What are the three terms used to describe the working of a lever?
How does increasing the distance over which force is applied on an inclined plane affect the required force?
How does increasing the distance over which force is applied on an inclined plane affect the required force?
Which of the following best describes how a screw functions as a simple machine?
Which of the following best describes how a screw functions as a simple machine?
What primary action is associated with the use of a wedge?
What primary action is associated with the use of a wedge?
In a wheel and axle system, what is the relationship between the wheel and the axle's movement?
In a wheel and axle system, what is the relationship between the wheel and the axle's movement?
How is the mechanical advantage of an inclined plane best utilized in real-world applications?
How is the mechanical advantage of an inclined plane best utilized in real-world applications?
Which of the following scenarios demonstrates a force causing a change in direction?
Which of the following scenarios demonstrates a force causing a change in direction?
In which situation is friction most likely to be significantly reduced?
In which situation is friction most likely to be significantly reduced?
Why does friction occur between two surfaces?
Why does friction occur between two surfaces?
What is the primary effect of friction on a moving object?
What is the primary effect of friction on a moving object?
Which scenario exemplifies a force causing a change in shape?
Which scenario exemplifies a force causing a change in shape?
What is the immediate effect of applying a strong braking force on a moving bicycle?
What is the immediate effect of applying a strong braking force on a moving bicycle?
Why is it more difficult to walk on an icy surface than on a dry road?
Why is it more difficult to walk on an icy surface than on a dry road?
Which of the following is true of forces?
Which of the following is true of forces?
Why might it be difficult to walk on a wet floor?
Why might it be difficult to walk on a wet floor?
Why do heavier objects experience greater friction compared to lighter ones?
Why do heavier objects experience greater friction compared to lighter ones?
How does friction assist vehicles in stopping when the brakes are applied?
How does friction assist vehicles in stopping when the brakes are applied?
What negative effect can friction have on machinery?
What negative effect can friction have on machinery?
How do lubricants help in reducing friction between machine parts?
How do lubricants help in reducing friction between machine parts?
Why do astronauts float inside the International Space Station?
Why do astronauts float inside the International Space Station?
Which of the following scenarios demonstrates that work is being done?
Which of the following scenarios demonstrates that work is being done?
How does increasing the distance an object moves while applying force affect the amount of work done?
How does increasing the distance an object moves while applying force affect the amount of work done?
In what way does the use of simple machines improve the efficiency of doing work?
In what way does the use of simple machines improve the efficiency of doing work?
How does Earth's gravity influence water flow in rivers?
How does Earth's gravity influence water flow in rivers?
How could the understanding of gravity be useful when designing a roller coaster?
How could the understanding of gravity be useful when designing a roller coaster?
Which scenario accurately describes the function of a pulley system?
Which scenario accurately describes the function of a pulley system?
In a lever system, what is the purpose of the fulcrum?
In a lever system, what is the purpose of the fulcrum?
How does an inclined plane reduce the force required to move an object vertically?
How does an inclined plane reduce the force required to move an object vertically?
What principle explains why an axe, which is a wedge, is effective for splitting wood?
What principle explains why an axe, which is a wedge, is effective for splitting wood?
The force required to raise an object at a distance is increased by increasing the distance.
The force required to raise an object at a distance is increased by increasing the distance.
Any smooth, plane surface kept at a right angle can be considered an inclined plane.
Any smooth, plane surface kept at a right angle can be considered an inclined plane.
A screw is essentially an inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder or pole.
A screw is essentially an inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder or pole.
A wedge is a simple machine used only for holding things together.
A wedge is a simple machine used only for holding things together.
In a wheel and axle, the wheel and the axle are connected and move together.
In a wheel and axle, the wheel and the axle are connected and move together.
A force can only be a push, never a pull.
A force can only be a push, never a pull.
Friction is a force that helps objects move more easily.
Friction is a force that helps objects move more easily.
Force can change the speed of a moving object.
Force can change the speed of a moving object.
Force can change the color of an object.
Force can change the color of an object.
An earthquake demonstrates the destructive power of force.
An earthquake demonstrates the destructive power of force.
Lifting a bag is an example of a pull force.
Lifting a bag is an example of a pull force.
A tsunami is an example of water exerting a huge force.
A tsunami is an example of water exerting a huge force.
Force can cause a moving object to change direction.
Force can cause a moving object to change direction.
Friction always speeds up the motion of an object.
Friction always speeds up the motion of an object.
Friction is caused by irregularities on surfaces.
Friction is caused by irregularities on surfaces.
Smooth surfaces produce more friction than rough surfaces.
Smooth surfaces produce more friction than rough surfaces.
Air resistance isn't a type of friction.
Air resistance isn't a type of friction.
A lighter object exerts greater friction than a heavier object.
A lighter object exerts greater friction than a heavier object.
Friction can be useful for walking.
Friction can be useful for walking.
Friction never produces heat.
Friction never produces heat.
Friction always helps to prevent wear and tear on moving parts.
Friction always helps to prevent wear and tear on moving parts.
Lubricants make surfaces rougher, decreasing friction.
Lubricants make surfaces rougher, decreasing friction.
Isaac Newton discovered gravity by observing a falling orange.
Isaac Newton discovered gravity by observing a falling orange.
Gravity pulls objects towards the center of the Earth.
Gravity pulls objects towards the center of the Earth.
The strength of gravity is the same everywhere in the universe.
The strength of gravity is the same everywhere in the universe.
Work is done only when a force moves an object.
Work is done only when a force moves an object.
Machines decrease the amount of work you have to do.
Machines decrease the amount of work you have to do.
A screw is a type of lever.
A screw is a type of lever.
The primary advantage of using an inclined plane is that it reduces the amount of work required to move an object to a certain height.
The primary advantage of using an inclined plane is that it reduces the amount of work required to move an object to a certain height.
A screw can be conceptualized as an inclined plane wrapped around a sphere.
A screw can be conceptualized as an inclined plane wrapped around a sphere.
A wedge functions by converting a single applied force into two diverging forces, effectively splitting or separating materials.
A wedge functions by converting a single applied force into two diverging forces, effectively splitting or separating materials.
A light bulb primarily demonstrates the use of a screw to transfer rotational motion into linear motion.
A light bulb primarily demonstrates the use of a screw to transfer rotational motion into linear motion.
In a wheel and axle system, the axel rotates a different amount than the wheel to make work easier.
In a wheel and axle system, the axel rotates a different amount than the wheel to make work easier.
Opening a door always involves only a pushing force, with no pulling component present.
Opening a door always involves only a pushing force, with no pulling component present.
The friction between a carrom board and a striker is increased by sprinkling powder, allowing for slower, more controlled movement of the striker.
The friction between a carrom board and a striker is increased by sprinkling powder, allowing for slower, more controlled movement of the striker.
A tsunami's destructive power is primarily due to the wind force associated with the large wave, rather than the water itself.
A tsunami's destructive power is primarily due to the wind force associated with the large wave, rather than the water itself.
The speed of a moving object remains constant regardless of the force applied to it.
The speed of a moving object remains constant regardless of the force applied to it.
Writing on paper requires only a pushing force from the thumb; the forefinger is not involved.
Writing on paper requires only a pushing force from the thumb; the forefinger is not involved.
Friction is a force that supports motion between two surfaces in contact.
Friction is a force that supports motion between two surfaces in contact.
An earthquake's destructive nature is caused by the immense force it exerts, capable of collapsing buildings.
An earthquake's destructive nature is caused by the immense force it exerts, capable of collapsing buildings.
A force can cause a stationary object to remain at rest, but cannot initiate movement.
A force can cause a stationary object to remain at rest, but cannot initiate movement.
Friction is caused by the smoothness of surfaces in contact.
Friction is caused by the smoothness of surfaces in contact.
A heavier object experiences less friction than a lighter object.
A heavier object experiences less friction than a lighter object.
Friction is only harmful and has no practical uses.
Friction is only harmful and has no practical uses.
Air resistance is not considered a type of friction.
Air resistance is not considered a type of friction.
Applying lubricants increases friction between surfaces.
Applying lubricants increases friction between surfaces.
Newton discovered gravity after observing a falling coconut.
Newton discovered gravity after observing a falling coconut.
Gravity is a repulsive force that pushes objects away from each other.
Gravity is a repulsive force that pushes objects away from each other.
Work is done, if a force is applied to an object, regardless of whether it moves.
Work is done, if a force is applied to an object, regardless of whether it moves.
Reading a book is considered 'work' in the scientific sense.
Reading a book is considered 'work' in the scientific sense.
Machines increase the amount of work done.
Machines increase the amount of work done.
In a lever, the 'load' is the fixed point around which the bar moves.
In a lever, the 'load' is the fixed point around which the bar moves.
Pulleys are only used for drawing water from wells.
Pulleys are only used for drawing water from wells.
A force is the ______ or push which acts on an object.
A force is the ______ or push which acts on an object.
Opening a door is an example of applying a ______.
Opening a door is an example of applying a ______.
When writing, the thumb ______ the pen against the paper.
When writing, the thumb ______ the pen against the paper.
A force can cause a stationary body to start ______.
A force can cause a stationary body to start ______.
Applying more force on bicycle paddles makes the bicycle run ______.
Applying more force on bicycle paddles makes the bicycle run ______.
When we press a soft ball, its ______ changes.
When we press a soft ball, its ______ changes.
When a cricketer hits a ball, its ______ changes.
When a cricketer hits a ball, its ______ changes.
[Blank] is a force which opposes motion.
[Blank] is a force which opposes motion.
An ______ plane reduces the amount of force required to raise an object.
An ______ plane reduces the amount of force required to raise an object.
A ______ is a kind of inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder or pole.
A ______ is a kind of inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder or pole.
A ______ is used to cut or split things apart using a sharp edge.
A ______ is used to cut or split things apart using a sharp edge.
In a wheel and axle system, the pole or rod at the center is called the ______.
In a wheel and axle system, the pole or rod at the center is called the ______.
A pizza cutter uses a ______ and axle to make cutting easier.
A pizza cutter uses a ______ and axle to make cutting easier.
Friction acts in a direction ______ to the movement of an object.
Friction acts in a direction ______ to the movement of an object.
Friction can either slow down or ______ the motion of an object.
Friction can either slow down or ______ the motion of an object.
Friction is caused by the ______ in the surfaces of objects.
Friction is caused by the ______ in the surfaces of objects.
Rough surfaces produce ______ friction compared to smooth surfaces.
Rough surfaces produce ______ friction compared to smooth surfaces.
A heavier object exerts ______ friction compared to a lighter object.
A heavier object exerts ______ friction compared to a lighter object.
Friction helps us to ______ on a surface without slipping.
Friction helps us to ______ on a surface without slipping.
Friction helps us grip a pen or ______ to write.
Friction helps us grip a pen or ______ to write.
Friction helps vehicles to stop when the ______ is applied.
Friction helps vehicles to stop when the ______ is applied.
Friction produces ______.
Friction produces ______.
Friction causes ______ and tear of moving objects.
Friction causes ______ and tear of moving objects.
______ can reduce friction by coating surfaces.
______ can reduce friction by coating surfaces.
Sir Isaac Newton discovered ______ after observing a falling apple.
Sir Isaac Newton discovered ______ after observing a falling apple.
Gravity is the force of ______ between two objects.
Gravity is the force of ______ between two objects.
The Earth pulls everything towards its ______.
The Earth pulls everything towards its ______.
When a force is applied on an object and it moves, ______ is said to be done.
When a force is applied on an object and it moves, ______ is said to be done.
Opening a door involves a ______ force, while zipping up a school bag involves a ______ force.
Opening a door involves a ______ force, while zipping up a school bag involves a ______ force.
When writing on paper, the thumb ______ the pen and the forefinger ______ the paper, demonstrating that writing involves both types of force.
When writing on paper, the thumb ______ the pen and the forefinger ______ the paper, demonstrating that writing involves both types of force.
Applying more force to the pedals of a bicycle results in a ______ in speed, illustrating how force affects motion.
Applying more force to the pedals of a bicycle results in a ______ in speed, illustrating how force affects motion.
Squeezing a soft ball changes its ______, demonstrating that force can alter an object's physical form.
Squeezing a soft ball changes its ______, demonstrating that force can alter an object's physical form.
When a cricketer hits a ball, they apply a force that changes the ball's ______, illustrating one of the key effects of force.
When a cricketer hits a ball, they apply a force that changes the ball's ______, illustrating one of the key effects of force.
During a tsunami, water exerts a ______ amount of force that can destroy buildings near the coast.
During a tsunami, water exerts a ______ amount of force that can destroy buildings near the coast.
______ is a force that opposes motion when two surfaces are in contact with each other.
______ is a force that opposes motion when two surfaces are in contact with each other.
Sprinkling powder on a carrom board makes the surface smoother, which ______ the friction and allows the striker to move faster.
Sprinkling powder on a carrom board makes the surface smoother, which ______ the friction and allows the striker to move faster.
The force required to raise an object at a distance is greatly reduced by increasing the ______ over which the force must be applied.
The force required to raise an object at a distance is greatly reduced by increasing the ______ over which the force must be applied.
A ______ is a simple machine which is used to cut, hold, or split things apart and has at least one slanting surface and a sharp edge.
A ______ is a simple machine which is used to cut, hold, or split things apart and has at least one slanting surface and a sharp edge.
A wheel and ______ is a simple machine in which a wheel is connected to a pole or rod at its centre.
A wheel and ______ is a simple machine in which a wheel is connected to a pole or rod at its centre.
Any smooth, plane surface like a board kept at an angle, other than a right angle, can be treated like an ______ ______.
Any smooth, plane surface like a board kept at an angle, other than a right angle, can be treated like an ______ ______.
__________ acts in the direction opposite to that of the movement of the object, slowing it down or stopping it.
__________ acts in the direction opposite to that of the movement of the object, slowing it down or stopping it.
Friction is caused by __________ in the surfaces of objects in contact.
Friction is caused by __________ in the surfaces of objects in contact.
A heavier object generally exerts __________ friction compared to a lighter object.
A heavier object generally exerts __________ friction compared to a lighter object.
Applying __________ can help reduce friction between moving parts of machines.
Applying __________ can help reduce friction between moving parts of machines.
__________ discovered gravity after observing a falling apple.
__________ discovered gravity after observing a falling apple.
__________ is the force of attraction between two objects, pulling everything towards the center of the Earth.
__________ is the force of attraction between two objects, pulling everything towards the center of the Earth.
The strength of gravity depends on the __________ of the object and the distance between two objects.
The strength of gravity depends on the __________ of the object and the distance between two objects.
When a force is applied on an object, causing it to move from its original position and cover some distance, __________ is said to be done.
When a force is applied on an object, causing it to move from its original position and cover some distance, __________ is said to be done.
Work is calculated by multiplying the force applied with the __________ that an object covers.
Work is calculated by multiplying the force applied with the __________ that an object covers.
Tools that make our work easier are called __________.
Tools that make our work easier are called __________.
Simple machines are grouped into six categories: lever, pulley, screw, wedge, __________ and ___________.
Simple machines are grouped into six categories: lever, pulley, screw, wedge, __________ and ___________.
A __________ is a simple machine with a grooved wheel and a rope used to lift heavy objects.
A __________ is a simple machine with a grooved wheel and a rope used to lift heavy objects.
A __________ is a basic simple machine consisting of a rod resting at appoint around which it moves.
A __________ is a basic simple machine consisting of a rod resting at appoint around which it moves.
The three components to a lever are: the fulcrum, the effort, and the __________.
The three components to a lever are: the fulcrum, the effort, and the __________.
An __________ is a simple machine that reduces the amount of force required to move an object vertically by using a sloped surface.
An __________ is a simple machine that reduces the amount of force required to move an object vertically by using a sloped surface.
Define force in simple terms.
Define force in simple terms.
Give an example of a 'pull' force you use every day.
Give an example of a 'pull' force you use every day.
Name one way a force can change an object's motion.
Name one way a force can change an object's motion.
How can force change the speed of a moving object?
How can force change the speed of a moving object?
What might happen to a soft ball when you apply force to it by pressing it?
What might happen to a soft ball when you apply force to it by pressing it?
Give an example of a force changing the direction of a moving object.
Give an example of a force changing the direction of a moving object.
What is friction?
What is friction?
How does powder on a carrom board affect friction?
How does powder on a carrom board affect friction?
What simple machine is essentially an inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder?
What simple machine is essentially an inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder?
What is the pole or rod in the center of a wheel called?
What is the pole or rod in the center of a wheel called?
Give an example of a simple machine used to cut or split objects.
Give an example of a simple machine used to cut or split objects.
What is a smooth, slanted surface called that can be used to raise objects?
What is a smooth, slanted surface called that can be used to raise objects?
Name something with a wheel and axle that is used in vehicles.
Name something with a wheel and axle that is used in vehicles.
In what direction does friction act relative to an object's movement?
In what direction does friction act relative to an object's movement?
What is the primary cause of friction between two surfaces?
What is the primary cause of friction between two surfaces?
Do rough surfaces produce more or less friction compared to smooth surfaces?
Do rough surfaces produce more or less friction compared to smooth surfaces?
How does the weight of an object affect the amount of friction it experiences?
How does the weight of an object affect the amount of friction it experiences?
Name one way in which friction is useful in everyday life.
Name one way in which friction is useful in everyday life.
Give an example of how friction can be harmful.
Give an example of how friction can be harmful.
What force pulls everything towards the center of the Earth?
What force pulls everything towards the center of the Earth?
Name one of the factors that affects the strength of gravity.
Name one of the factors that affects the strength of gravity.
When is work said to be done on an object?
When is work said to be done on an object?
Write the formula to calculate Work.
Write the formula to calculate Work.
Name one of the six categories of simple machines.
Name one of the six categories of simple machines.
In the context of a lever, what is the fixed point around which the bar moves called?
In the context of a lever, what is the fixed point around which the bar moves called?
Explain how increasing the length of an inclined plane affects the force required to move an object up the plane. Why does this happen?
Explain how increasing the length of an inclined plane affects the force required to move an object up the plane. Why does this happen?
How is a screw functionally similar to an inclined plane, and how does this design make it useful for fastening objects?
How is a screw functionally similar to an inclined plane, and how does this design make it useful for fastening objects?
How does a wedge use the principle of inclined planes to perform its function? Give an example.
How does a wedge use the principle of inclined planes to perform its function? Give an example.
Describe the relationship between the wheel and the axle in a wheel and axle system, and explain how this relationship assists in reducing the effort needed to move or rotate an item.
Describe the relationship between the wheel and the axle in a wheel and axle system, and explain how this relationship assists in reducing the effort needed to move or rotate an item.
Imagine you need to lift a heavy box into a truck. How would you practically use an inclined plane to reduce the effort, and what considerations would you take into account to optimize its use?
Imagine you need to lift a heavy box into a truck. How would you practically use an inclined plane to reduce the effort, and what considerations would you take into account to optimize its use?
Explain how the act of writing involves both push and pull forces.
Explain how the act of writing involves both push and pull forces.
Describe how a force can cause a change in both the speed and direction of an object. Give a real-world example.
Describe how a force can cause a change in both the speed and direction of an object. Give a real-world example.
If a bicycle is moving at a constant speed and then the cyclist applies the brakes, explain what happens to the forces acting on the bicycle.
If a bicycle is moving at a constant speed and then the cyclist applies the brakes, explain what happens to the forces acting on the bicycle.
How does the shape of a soft ball change when a force is applied to it, and why does this happen?
How does the shape of a soft ball change when a force is applied to it, and why does this happen?
Why is friction considered a force that opposes motion? Give an example.
Why is friction considered a force that opposes motion? Give an example.
Describe a scenario where the force of water can be both helpful and destructive.
Describe a scenario where the force of water can be both helpful and destructive.
Explain why sprinkling powder on a carrom board affects the movement of the striker.
Explain why sprinkling powder on a carrom board affects the movement of the striker.
Provide an example of how a force can cause a stationary object to start moving and a moving object to come to rest.
Provide an example of how a force can cause a stationary object to start moving and a moving object to come to rest.
How does the nature of a surface affect the amount of friction produced?
How does the nature of a surface affect the amount of friction produced?
Explain how friction can be both useful and harmful in everyday life, providing one example of each.
Explain how friction can be both useful and harmful in everyday life, providing one example of each.
Describe how lubricants and rollers/wheels reduce friction between two surfaces.
Describe how lubricants and rollers/wheels reduce friction between two surfaces.
In your own words, explain what gravity is and what two factors affect its strength.
In your own words, explain what gravity is and what two factors affect its strength.
Explain why astronauts float inside the International Space Station, even though gravity exists in space.
Explain why astronauts float inside the International Space Station, even though gravity exists in space.
Define 'work' in scientific terms and provide an example of when work is considered to be done.
Define 'work' in scientific terms and provide an example of when work is considered to be done.
Explain why activities like thinking or sleeping are not considered 'work' in the scientific sense.
Explain why activities like thinking or sleeping are not considered 'work' in the scientific sense.
List three of the six categories of simple machines.
List three of the six categories of simple machines.
Describe how a lever makes work easier, defining the terms fulcrum, load, and effort in your explanation.
Describe how a lever makes work easier, defining the terms fulcrum, load, and effort in your explanation.
Explain how a pulley system works to lift heavy objects, and give a real-world example of its use.
Explain how a pulley system works to lift heavy objects, and give a real-world example of its use.
Describe how the weight of an object affects the amount of friction it experiences.
Describe how the weight of an object affects the amount of friction it experiences.
Explain why it's more difficult to roll a ball on a carpeted surface compared to a tiled surface.
Explain why it's more difficult to roll a ball on a carpeted surface compared to a tiled surface.
Relate the grooves on vehicle tires to the concept of friction, explaining their purpose
Relate the grooves on vehicle tires to the concept of friction, explaining their purpose
Explain how Sir Isaac Newton's observation of a falling apple led to his discovery of gravity.
Explain how Sir Isaac Newton's observation of a falling apple led to his discovery of gravity.
Define inclined plane and give real-world example where inclined planes are used?
Define inclined plane and give real-world example where inclined planes are used?
Flashcards
What is Force?
What is Force?
A pull or push that acts on an object.
Force and Motion
Force and Motion
A force can start or stop movement.
Force and Speed
Force and Speed
More force can make something move faster.
Force and Shape/Size
Force and Shape/Size
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Force and Direction
Force and Direction
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What is friction?
What is friction?
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Destructive Forces
Destructive Forces
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Tsunami
Tsunami
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Inclined Plane
Inclined Plane
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Screw
Screw
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Wedge
Wedge
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Wheel and Axle
Wheel and Axle
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Force Reduction
Force Reduction
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Friction
Friction
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Surface Texture & Friction
Surface Texture & Friction
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Weight and Friction
Weight and Friction
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Uses of Friction
Uses of Friction
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Harmful Effects of Friction
Harmful Effects of Friction
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Reducing Friction
Reducing Friction
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Gravity
Gravity
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Factors Affecting Gravity
Factors Affecting Gravity
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Uses of Gravity
Uses of Gravity
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Work (Physics Definition)
Work (Physics Definition)
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Simple Machines
Simple Machines
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Types of Simple Machines
Types of Simple Machines
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Lever
Lever
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Load (Lever)
Load (Lever)
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Pulley
Pulley
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What is a Pull?
What is a Pull?
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What is a Push?
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Push and Pull in Writing
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Force and Stationary Objects
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Force and Moving Objects
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Force and Bicycle Speed
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Force and Shape Changes
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How does friction affect motion?
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What is a Screw?
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What defines a Wedge?
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Benefit of Inclined Plane
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What is a screwdriver?
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Direction of Friction
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Cause of Friction
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Surface Type and Friction
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Object Weight and Friction
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Usefulness of Friction
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Lubricants
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Gravity Definition
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Gravity Factors
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Gravity Examples
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Work (Physics)
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Work Formula
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Machines
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Fulcrum
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Lifting a bag
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Squeezing toothpaste.
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Stretching a rubber band.
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Dragging a chair.
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Switching light
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Tearing
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Screw Function
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Wedge Purpose
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What is Gravity?
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What is the Load?
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What is Effort in Levers?
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What is the Purpose of Simple Machines?
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How Surface Affects Friction?
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What is an Inclined Plane?
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Why are shoe soles rough?
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Factors that Affect Friction?
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How is Work calculated?
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Force and Starting Motion
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Force and Stopping Motion
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Force and Speed Increase
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Force and Deforming
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Force and Direction Change
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Earthquake Forces
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Friction Defined
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What is the purpose of a screw?
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What does a wheel and axle do?
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The Structure of Screws
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Surface Nature & Friction
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Weight & Friction
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Harmful Friction Effects
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What is Friction Force?
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Force and Change in Direction
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What is a Wedge?
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What is Force Reduction?
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What is Earth's Gravity?
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What is 'Work' in Physics?
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What are Simple Machines?
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What affects Friction?
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When is work not done?
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Effort (Lever)
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What Affects Gravity?
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What is Work (Physics)
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Purpose of lubricant?
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What is the Load? (Lever)
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Force Effects on Motion
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Earthquake Strength
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Using Inclined Planes
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Inclined Plane Benefit
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Harmful Friction
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Study Notes
- A force is a pull or push that acts on an object.
- Everyday actions like opening a door (push) and zipping a bag (pull) involve force.
- Writing requires both pushing and pulling forces, with the thumb pushing the pen against the paper and the forefinger guiding the paper.
- The push and pull from the thumb and forefinger make writing possible.
Effects of Force
- Force can be identified by observing its effects.
- Examples of force include lifting a bag, squeezing toothpaste, stretching a rubber band, dragging a chair, switching on a light, and tearing paper.
- Force can cause a stationary object to move or a moving object to stop.
- Force can change the speed of a moving object, increasing, decreasing or stopping it completely.
- A bicycle runs faster when more force is applied to its paddles.
- Force can alter the shape and size of an object, like pressing a soft ball.
- Force can change the direction of a moving object, such as when a cricketer hits a ball.
- Forces, like those in earthquakes and tsunamis, can be destructive, collapsing buildings and destroying structures.
- The force of an earthquake can collapse buildings and cause extensive damage.
- During a tsunami, water exerts a huge amount of force, destroying buildings and other structures near the sea or ocean.
Types of Force
- Friction opposes motion and is produced when two surfaces come into contact.
- Friction acts opposite to the object's movement.
- Friction can slow down or stop the motion of an object.
What Causes Friction?
- Friction is caused by irregularities on surfaces.
- When two rough surfaces come into contact a grip forms, opposing motion.
- The rough surface of a shoe sole interlocking with the ground is an example, preventing slipping.
Factors Affecting Friction
- Rough surfaces interlock and oppose motion.
- Rough surfaces produce more friction, opposing the motion of an object.
- Smooth surfaces produce less friction.
- A powdered carrom board allows the striker to move faster due to reduced friction.
- A ball rolls easier on a tiled surface than a carpeted surface, due to less friction.
- Sometimes, slipping occurs on wet surfaces due to reduced friction.
- Air resistance is a type of friction between air and other materials, such as when air particles strike an airplane.
- During flight, air particles strike an airplane, opposing its motion.
- Heavier objects exert greater friction.
- It is difficult to move a heavy and big object as compared to a light and small object.
Friction Is Useful
- Enables walking without slipping; it is difficult to walk on wet or slippery surfaces.
- Helps grip objects; it is difficult to hold objects without friction.
- Allows vehicles to stop using brakes and grooves on tires prevent skidding on wet roads.
- Produces heat when surfaces are rubbed together.
Friction Can Be Harmful
- Causes wear and tear on moving parts, like soles of shoes or tires.
- Machine parts rubbing together produce excess heat, leading to wear, requiring part replacement.
- Slows down objects, requiring more energy to move them.
- It requires more energy to move a bicycle faster.
- Lubricants, rollers, and wheels can reduce friction.
Gravitational Force (Gravity)
- Discovered by Sir Isaac Newton after observing a falling apple.
- Gravity is the force of attraction between two objects.
- Earth pulls everything toward its center due to gravity.
- Gravity is why objects fall to the ground and keeps people from floating in the air
- The magnitude of gravitational force is not the same everywhere.
- Gravity's strength depends on the mass of objects and the distance between them.
- Gravity on the Moon is less than on Earth.
Applications of Gravitational Force
- Causes objects to speed up downhill.
- Makes water flow downwards.
- Pulls objects down when climbing.
- Keeps everyone and everything on the Earth's surface.
Work
- Work is done when a force causes an object to move from its original position.
- Work is calculated by multiplying the force applied by the distance the object covers.
- Work = Force × Distance
- Work is also said to be done when the force applied changes the shape or size of the object.
- When force is applied on an object but the object does not move, work has not been done.
- If an object doesn't move despite force applied, no work is done.
- Activities like reading, thinking, and sleeping are not considered work because force is not applied to an object, and movement doesn't take place.
- Machines make work easier.
Simple Machines
- Simple machines make work easier and faster, using less energy.
- The six categories are lever, pulley, screw, wedge, wheel and axle, and inclined plane.
Lever
- A lever, such as scissors or a spoon, has a rod that moves around a point.
- Load is the object being lifted.
- Effort is the force applied to lift the load.
- Fulcrum is the fixed point around which the lever moves.
- The working of a lever is described using the terms fulcrum, load and effort.
Pulley
- A pulley lifts heavy objects using a grooved wheel and rope.
- When the rope is pulled from one side, the wheel moves.
- Pulleys are used to draw water from wells, hoist flags, and lift heavy objects with cranes.
Inclined Plane
- An inclined plane reduces the force required to move an object to a certain height.
- Force needed is reduced by increasing the distance over which the force is applied.
- An inclined plane reduces the amount of force required to move an object.
- The force required to raise an object at a distance is greatly reduced by increasing the distance.
- Any smooth, plane surface (like a board) kept at an angle other than a right angle can be treated as an inclined plane.
- Inclined planes are used to pull or push heavy objects to a certain height.
Screw
- A screw attaches two things together, often with a screwdriver.
- A screw is an inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder or pole.
- It attaches things to wood.
- The mouth portion of a plastic bottle acts as a screw.
Wedge
- A wedge cuts or splits objects, featuring at least one slanting surface and a sharp edge, such as knives and axes.
- It consists of two inclined planes together, meeting to form a sharp edge.
Wheel and Axle
- Involves a wheel connected to a rod (axle) at its center.
- They move together to ease work, used in steering wheels, doorknobs, and pizza cutters.
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Explore the fundamental concepts of force, including its effects on objects and different types of forces. Learn how forces can initiate, halt, or modify motion, and examine the role of friction as a force opposing movement. Discover how surface irregularities contribute to friction.
