ShareForce, Energy, & Motion - Science Language
Amplitude
The maximum distance from the resting point of a wave.
The maximum distance from the resting point of a wave.
Complex machines
A machine that utilizes two or more simple machines. (inclined plane, wedge, screw, lever, wheel and axle).
A machine that utilizes two or more simple machines. (inclined plane, wedge, screw, lever, wheel and axle).
Energy
The capability to do work or cause a change.
The capability to do work or cause a change.
Force
A push or a pull on an object.
A push or a pull on an object.
Friction
A force that opposes motion. The force that one surface exerts on another when the two rub against each other.
A force that opposes motion. The force that one surface exerts on another when the two rub against each other.
Gravity
The invisible force that pulls objects toward each other.
The invisible force that pulls objects toward each other.
Potential energy
Energy that is stored and held in readiness.
Energy that is stored and held in readiness.
Kinetic energy
Energy of movement or motion.
Energy of movement or motion.
Wave
A disturbance that transfers energy from place to place.
A disturbance that transfers energy from place to place.
