1
Q
Weight
A
The force of gravity acting on the mass of an object
2
Q
Weight =
A
mass x (9.8 m/s^2)
3
Q
Normal Force
A
The upward force acting on an object on a surface; the normal force is perpendicular to the surface on which the object is sitting
4
Q
Tension (T)
A
A force acting on a rope. When a rope is taut there is tension in the rope
5
Q
Friction (F)
A
A resistive force that opposes motion
