Forces & Forcemeter
What is a push or a pull called?
Force
What force pulls objects toward Earth?
Gravity
What force slows down moving objects?
Friction
What object can pull iron things?
Magnet
Name one material attracted by magnets.
Iron / steel
What tool do we use to measure force?
A forcemeter (spring balance)
When you drop a ball, which way does it move?
Downwards to Earth
Which surface has more friction: rough or smooth?
Rough surface
How many poles does a magnet have?
Two
Is wood magnetic?
NO
What happens to the spring in a forcemeter when you pull harder?
It stretches more
What is the standard unit used to measure force?
Newton (N)
Why do we wear shoes with rough soles?
To increase friction / prevent slipping
What are the two poles of a magnet called?
North and South
Are paper clips magnetic or non-magnetic?
Magnetic
If you pull a toy car with more force, how will it move?
It moves faster / farther
Which has more gravitational pull: Earth or Moon?
Earth
Why does a bicycle slow down when you stop pedaling?
Friction with air and ground
What happens when two same poles meet?
They repel
Why are some metals not attracted to magnets?
They are non-magnetic materials
Why do scientists use a forcemeter instead of guessing force?
To measure force accurately in units
Why do objects fall to the ground even if you don’t push them?
Because gravity pulls them down
Why is it harder to slide a box on carpet than on tile?
Carpet has more friction
What happens when north pole meets south pole?
They attract
Sort these: coin, nail, plastic spoon — which is magnetic?
Nail