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A book rests on a table. Which of the following forces is primarily responsible for preventing the book from falling through the table?
A book rests on a table. Which of the following forces is primarily responsible for preventing the book from falling through the table?
- Normal force (correct)
- Gravitational force
- Tension force
- Frictional force
According to Newton's first law of motion, what will happen to a spacecraft moving through interstellar space (far from any stars or planets) at a constant velocity if no external forces act on it?
According to Newton's first law of motion, what will happen to a spacecraft moving through interstellar space (far from any stars or planets) at a constant velocity if no external forces act on it?
- It will change direction randomly.
- It will continue to move at a constant velocity in the same direction. (correct)
- It will gradually accelerate.
- It will gradually slow down and eventually stop.
A car accelerates from rest to a speed of 20 m/s in 5 seconds. What is the car's acceleration?
A car accelerates from rest to a speed of 20 m/s in 5 seconds. What is the car's acceleration?
- 10 m/s²
- 4 m/s² (correct)
- 5 m/s²
- 2 m/s²
A 2 kg object is pushed with a force of 10 N. Assuming there is no friction, what is the acceleration of the object?
A 2 kg object is pushed with a force of 10 N. Assuming there is no friction, what is the acceleration of the object?
A person jumps off a boat onto the shore. What is the 'reaction' force described by Newton's third law?
A person jumps off a boat onto the shore. What is the 'reaction' force described by Newton's third law?
Which of the following is the best example of reducing friction?
Which of the following is the best example of reducing friction?
An object has a mass of 10 kg. What is its weight on Earth (where gravity is approximately 9.8 m/s²)?
An object has a mass of 10 kg. What is its weight on Earth (where gravity is approximately 9.8 m/s²)?
A cyclist travels 100 meters in 10 seconds. What is the cyclist's speed?
A cyclist travels 100 meters in 10 seconds. What is the cyclist's speed?
Flashcards
What is a Force?
What is a Force?
A push or pull that can cause an object to move, stop, change direction, or change shape; measured in Newtons (N).
Friction
Friction
The force that opposes motion between two surfaces in contact.
Gravitational Force
Gravitational Force
The attraction between two objects due to their mass.
Newton's 1st Law (Inertia)
Newton's 1st Law (Inertia)
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Newton's 2nd Law (Acceleration)
Newton's 2nd Law (Acceleration)
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Newton's 3rd Law (Action-Reaction)
Newton's 3rd Law (Action-Reaction)
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Speed
Speed
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Acceleration
Acceleration
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Study Notes
- Forces and motion are fundamental physics concepts describing object movement and interaction.
- Understanding these principles explains everyday occurrences like cars on roads and planets orbiting the sun.
What is Force?
- A force is a push or pull causing an object to move, stop, change direction, or change shape.
- It is measured in Newtons (N).
Types of Forces:
- Forces can be categorized into different types.
Contact Forces:
- Contact forces require physical contact to act.
- Friction opposes motion between two surfaces in contact.
- Tension is exerted by a stretched rope or string.
- Normal Force is exerted by a surface perpendicular to an object resting on it.
- Applied Force is any force applied to an object by a person or another object.
Non-Contact Forces:
- Non-contact forces act at a distance without direct contact.
- Gravitational Force attracts two objects due to their mass.
- Magnetic Force is exerted by magnets.
- Electrostatic Force is the force between charged particles.
Newton's Laws of Motion:
- 1st Law (Law of Inertia): Objects at rest stay at rest, and objects in motion stay in motion at a constant velocity unless acted upon by an unbalanced force.
- 2nd Law (Law of Acceleration): An object's acceleration depends on the applied force and its mass
- F = m × a (Force = Mass × Acceleration)
- 3rd Law (Action and Reaction): Every action has an equal and opposite reaction.
Speed, Velocity, and Acceleration:
- Speed = Distance ÷ Time (m/s)
- Velocity includes direction.
- Acceleration = (Final Velocity - Initial Velocity) ÷ Time (m/s²)
Friction:
- Friction helps us walk and grip objects but causes wear and tear
- Friction can be reduced with lubrication, ball bearings, and streamlining.
Gravity and Weight:
- Gravity pulls objects toward Earth at 9.8 m/s².
- Weight = Mass × Gravity (measured in Newtons).
Key Formulas:
- Force = Mass × Acceleration (F = m × a)
- Speed = Distance ÷ Time
- Acceleration = (Final Velocity - Initial Velocity) ÷ Time
- Weight = Mass × Gravity
Importance
- Understanding forces and motion is crucial for explaining movement, solving physics problems, and applying science in daily life.
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Explore the fundamental physics concepts of forces and motion. Learn about contact and non-contact forces, including friction, tension, gravity, and magnetic forces. Grasp how these principles explain everyday phenomena.
