Types of Forces
What is the force that pulls things down to Earth?
Gravity
Two people are pulling a rope with the same strength. Is the force balanced or unbalanced?
Balanced
You push a swing and it starts moving. What type of force made it move?
Push
What force keeps your feet on the ground?
Gravity
Is gravity a force?
Yes
What is the force the slows things down when they rub together?
Friction
A soccer ball is kicked and starts moving. Is the force balanced or unbalanced?
Unbalanced
You open a door by pulling it. What force are you using?
Pull
What force do you use when you pull a rubber band to make it longer?
Pull
Is light a force?
No
What is the force that pulls two magnets together or pushes them apart?
Magnetic Force
A book is sitting still on a table. Is the force on the book balanced or unbalanced?
Balanced
A car slows down when the brakes are pressed. What force is helping it stop?
Friction
What invisible force makes your hair stand up after rubbing a balloon on it?
Static electricity
Is sound a force?
No