Types of Forces
Name the force that pulls objects toward Earth
Gravitational Force
Fill in the blank: A force is a _____ that can make things start moving, stop moving, or change direction.
push or pull
What natural force pulls rocks and soil downhill during a landslide?
Gravity
Why should you wear a helmet when riding a bike?
To protect the head from forces during a fall/collision
What force acts on objects rubbing against each other?
Friction
True or False: A force always needs two objects touching each other. BONUS: What is it called when two forces are not touching?
Which natural force is caused by quick movement of Earth’s rocks and crust and can shake the ground?
Earthquake
Name one thing that can protect you from the force of a car slamming its brakes.
Seatbelt
Which force acts between electric charges and can pull or push without touching
Electrostatic Force
Contact or non contact: a leaf falling from a tree
non-contact
Name one natural force
Erosion, Tornado, Earthquake, Landslide
If a friend slips on a wet floor, what force made them slip? What is one way to reduce that force?
Friction; the amount of friction was reduced
Which force do your muscles use to move your arm?
Muscular Force
If two equal forces push on opposite sides of a box and do not move it, are the forces balanced or unbalanced?
Balanced
Fill in the blank: Tornadoes are formed by __________
Strong winds
Describe one classroom rule that reduces the chance of forces causing harm
Walking in the hallways, keep your hands to yourself
What force can attract or repel some metals like iron, nickel, cobalt, and steel?
Magnetic Force
Why are "push" and "pull" called forces?
Both change the motion of an object
Erosion is the blowing away of soil, water, or rock
When lifting a heavy box, which type of force do your muscles use most — push or pull?
Pull (muscles pulling the box from the ground onto a surface)