Topic 2 Vocabulary 8th S

This law of motion states that for every action there is an opposite and equal reaction.

8. Third Law of Motion

A force resulting from two objects rubbing against each other.

A force that pulls objects down towards the Earth.

A push or pull acting on an object.

This law of motion states that heavier objects need a larger force to make them move.

The law of motion that states that an object’s motion won’t change unless acted upon by a force.

The speeding up of an object caused by the push or pull of a force.

3. Friction

1. Force

Use these definitions to complete the Topic 2 Vocabulary worksheet. When you have completed it, answer the questions that follow.

The resistance of an object to change its state of motion.

2. Gravity

7. Second Law of Motion

6. First Law of Motion

5. Acceleration

Topic 2 Vocabulary

4. Inertia