What is a force?
What is a force?
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A force is a push or a pull.
A force is a push or a pull.
When you move an object towards you/nearer to you, it is a pulling motion or a pull.
When you move an object away from you, it is a pushing motion or a push.
What are the effects of forces?
What are the effects of forces?
effectsofforce.mp4Credit: Ministry of Education
Types of forces
Types of forces
Forces can be grouped into two groups:
Forces can be grouped into two groups:
1) Contact force - When two or more surfaces come into contact
Frictional Force
Elastic Spring Force
2) Non-Contact force - Force acting from a distance
Gravitational Force
Magnetic Force
Watch the following videos to learn more about the different types of forces.
Watch the following videos to learn more about the different types of forces.
Frictional Force / Friction
Frictional Force / Friction
Credit: Mocomi Kids
Elastic Spring Force
Elastic Spring Force
Credit: YouTuber JiaYi
Gravitational Force / Gravity
Gravitational Force / Gravity
Credit: Dr Binocs
Magnetic Force
Magnetic Force
Credit: Dontmemorise
Games on Forces
Games on Forces
1. Fish Force
Can you help Ruff get his plushie from the ice ring?
Apply your knowledge on forces through this game where you will have to estimate how much force is needed to move Ruff through the ice.
Click on the words 'Fish Force' above to be directed to the game.
Can you help the astronaut to reach the glowing light?
With zero gravity in space, find a way to help the astronaut out.
Click on the words 'Gravity Control' above to be directed to the game.
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