Forces Introduction and Types of Forces
Forces Introduction and Types of Forces
Forces: Introduction
and Types of Forces
What is Force?
Force is a physical concept that describes the
interaction between two objects that can change
the motion of one or both of them.
Measured in Newtons (N)
Example:
Pushing a heavy box is harder than pushing a lighter box
because of friction between the box and the floor.
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Resistance
Resistance is a force that happens when something
tries to slow down or stop another thing from moving.
Example:
A paraglider stays in the air because of air resistance.
The wind pushes against the paraglider and creates
the force.
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Tension FOrce
Tension force is a type of force that happens when an
object is pulled in opposite directions by two forces.
Example:
Swinging on a swing creates tension in the ropes or
chains holding the seat up, keeping the swing suspended
and allowing the person to swing.
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Applied Force
Applied force is when one object pushes or pulls on
another object. It happens when you use your muscles
to push or pull an object in a certain direction.
Example:
When playing soccer, a player uses their foot to push the
ball with force, making it move in the air. The harder the
player kicks the ball, the stronger the force they apply.
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Gravity
Gravity is a force that pulls objects towards each
other. It is what keeps us on the ground and what
makes things fall down.
Example:
When you jump on a trampoline, you come back down
because of gravity. Gravity is a force that pulls things
towards the ground.
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Magnetic Force
Magnetic force is a type of non-contact force that
acts between magnets or magnetic objects.
Example:
A magnet crane is a machine that uses a strong magnet to
pick up metal objects. When the magnet is turned on, it
creates a magnetic field that attracts the metal objects.
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Electrostatic
Electrostatic force is the force between two objects
that have an electric charge. Like charges repel,
opposite charges attract.
Example:
Lightning is caused by a build-up of electrical charge in
the air that suddenly discharges, creating a big flash of
light and loud thunder.
Measuring Force
Forces are measured in Newtons (N) using a spring scale.
1 Newton: The force needed to accelerate a 1 kg object at 1 m/s².
Let's Test it Out!
Identify what kind of force is used in the following illustrations.
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