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In which unit is force measured?
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Newtons (N)
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What is force measured with?
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A forcemeter/newtonmeter
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Which three ways can a force change an object?
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Change its SHAPE
Change its SPEED Change its DIRECTION |
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Name three types of friction.
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Friction
Air resistance Water resistance |
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What is regular friction?
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When two objects rub together.
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What is air resistance?
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Friction against something moving through the air.
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What is water resistance?
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Friction against something moving through the air.
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Name three non-contact forces.
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Static.
Gravity. Magnetism. |
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Upthrust is...
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boring...
No, really, its something that PUSHES THINGS UP. Even a chair that you sit on gives you upthrust. |
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Can more than one force act on one thing at the same time?
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Yes, many forces can act on one thing at the same time.
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