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