Force a Push or a Pull
Force a Push or a Pull: Overview
In this topic, we will learn about force with the activities in our surrounding. The way the force changes the direction of objects and makes them move faster and slower is also explained with the help of examples.
Important Questions on Force a Push or a Pull
Is pulling an object easier than pushing an object? Explain.
A body, resting on a rough horizontal plane required a pull of inclined at to the plane just to move it. It was recorded that a push of inclined at to the plane just to moved the body. Estimate the weight of the body in .
A body of mass is kept on a rough surface is being pulled by a force of . What will be the value of co-efficient of friction if it just begins to move take .
A body, resting on a rough horizontal plane required a pull of inclined at to the plane just to move it. It was recorded that a push of inclined at to the plane just moved the body. Estimate the co-efficient of friction.
A body of mass one is kept on a rough surface having co-efficient of friction being pulled by a force of . What will be the value of friction force in ?
Why is it easier to pull than to push a lawn roller
Which of the following is an example of rectilinear motion?
The movement of a body on its own _____ is called rotation.
Motion of the wiper of vehicles is an example of _____ motion.
(Choose from the following: Rectilinear/ Oscillatory)
A push or a pull applied on an object can change _____.
A force can change the _____ of an object.
(Choose from the following: shape/ mass)
Unscramble the following word to make a meaningful word:
EOFRC.
Riya and Aanya are playing badminton. Complete the table to show the forces involved in a game of badminton and the effects of these forces.

What is force? Write the important effect of a force.
The force of friction tries to stop a body from moving.
The force of friction helps to move a body.
The force of friction pulls an apple from a tree down to the ground.
