Forces Flashcards

(8 cards)

1
Q

force

A

anything that causes an object to accelerate

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2
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unit of force

A

newtons, N

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3
Q

force arrows

A

size of arrow is directly proportional to magnitude of force applied

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4
Q

formula for force

A

mass (kg) x acceleration (m/s2)

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5
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weight

A

force of gravity on an object

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6
Q

formula for weight

A

mass (kg) x 10

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7
Q

hookes law

A

the extension of a spring is directly proportional to he force applied

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8
Q

friction

A

a force which opposes motion between two objects in contact

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