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Physical Science
Fourth Grade CORE Physical Science Words
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| velocity | the speed and direction an object is moving |
| motion | the change in position of an object |
| force | any push or pull |
| reference point | a place or object used to determine if an object is in motion |
| friction | a force that acts when two objects rub together |
| speed | the rate at which an object changes position |
| gravity | the force that pulls all objects toward each other |
| lift | a pushing force from below that keeps an airplane in the air |
| drag | friction caused by the air as an object moves through it |
| thrust | force that pushes or pulls an object forward |