P8 Forces in balance

This quiz will test your ability to define keywords, identify different properties and will result in you passing part of your Physics GCSE!

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  • Created by: hanxproud
  • Created on: 08-10-17 14:56
Focus on Scalars and Vectors. What properties do scalar quantities have?
A size/ magnitude and no direction
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Define distance
How far an object moves
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If a person walks 100m North, then 50m East and 100m South, then what is the total distance covered, and total displacement?
Distance: 250m Displacement 50m
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A force is a push or pull that acts on an object. What is it measure in?
Newtons (N)
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What is Newtons 3rd Law?
Every action has an Equal and Opposite Reaction
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What does equalibrium mean?
Balanced
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If an object is to be stable what must it's centre of mass have?
To be contained within large bases
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What is suspended equilibrium?
Where an object does not exert a turning force as the centre of mass is directly underneath
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Define distance

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If a person walks 100m North, then 50m East and 100m South, then what is the total distance covered, and total displacement?

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A force is a push or pull that acts on an object. What is it measure in?

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What is Newtons 3rd Law?

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