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Force and motion
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| a force between two surfaces rubbing against each other | friction |
| a force that pulls objects towards each other | gravitation |
| any push or pull on an object | force |
| the distance an object travels in a given amount of time | speed |
| any charge in an object's speed or direction. when an object speeds up,slows down,stops,or changes direction | acceleration |
| an objects place or location | position |
| a substance such as oil that coats surfaces that rub against each other. it reduces the amount of friction | lubricant |
| the speed and direction an object is moving | velocity |
| a change in the position of an object | motion |
| the tendency of a motionless object remain motionless or the tendency for an object in motion to stay in motion | inertia |