Force and Motion
Force and Motion: Overview
This Topic covers sub-topics such as Force and Effects of Force on State of a Body
Important Questions on Force and Motion
A force can increase or decrease the _____ of a motion.

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.

Which among the following cannot be changed by force?

The force of friction tries to stop a body from moving.


Immerse a stone gently into a glass beaker containing water. Write here what you have noticed.

The force of friction pulls an apple from a tree down to the ground.

Make a list of any five games that you play in school and at home. Now fill in the following table. One has been done for you.
Game | Needs a Push | Needs a Pull | Changes Direction | Changes Shape |
Football |
Yes |
Yes | Yes | No |

Name the simple machine used to do following work:
Moving a heavy rock from its place

Name the simple machine used to do following work.
Opening a bottle of jam

Name the simple machine (wheel and axle or lever) used to do the following work.
Running roller skates

A _____ is made up of two inclined planes.

Friction cannot cause wear and tear in a machine.

Push or pull of any kind is called _____.
