Push or Pull
What force do you apply when opening a door?
Pull
How does friction affect the movement of a car on a wet road compared to a dry road?
Friction is reduced on a wet road, making it harder for the car to grip the surface.
What force keeps the planets in orbit around the sun?
Gravity
Name a force that pulls objects toward the Earth.
Gravity
What force allows you to slide down a slide at the playground?
Gravity
Which force is responsible for making a soccer ball move when kicked?
Push
Name one way to reduce friction between two surfaces.
Add soemthing like oil, water, or grease
Why do objects fall toward the ground when dropped?
Gravity pulls objects toward the Earth.
What force do our muscles apply when we lift objects?
Muscular Force
What force helps you stop a bicycle when you apply the brakes?
Friction between the brakes and the wheels.
When you push a book across a table, what type of force are you applying?
Push
What type of surface creates more friction: rough or smooth?
Rough surfaces create more friction
How does gravity affect the movement of a ball thrown into the air?
Gravity slows down the ball's upward movement and pulls it back down
What force allows magnets to attract each other?
Magnetic force
How does a magnet stick to a refrigerator?
One end is the north pole attracts the other end south pole.
What force is used when you open drawer?
Pull
How does friction help you walk on the ground without slipping?
Friction between your shoes and the ground provides traction, preventing slipping.
How does gravity differ on the moon compared to Earth?
Gravity on the moon is weaker than gravity on Earth.
When you rub a balloon against your hair and it sticks to the wall, what force is at play?
Static electric force.
What force allows you to pedal a bicycle?
Muscular force exerted by your legs on the pedals.
What force is needed to make a swing move forward and backward?
Pushing force (or pulling force if someone pulls the swing back)
How does adding oil to a squeaky door hinge reduce friction?
Oil acts as a lubricant, reducing the friction between the hinge parts.
How does gravity affect the movement of water down a waterfall?
Gravity pulls the water downward, causing it to flow down the waterfall.
Which force allows a helium balloon to float in the air?
Bouyancy
How does a comb attract small pieces of paper after being run through your hair?
Static electric force between the comb and the paper.