Newton’s First Law Flashcards
1
Q
Define Newton’s First Law
A
An object continues in a state of rest or uniform velocity unless it is acted upon by a net or resultant force.
2
Q
Define inertia
A
The property of an object that causes it to resist a change in its state of rest or uniform motion.
3
Q
Define weight
A
The gravitational force the earth exerts on any object on or near its surface
4
Q
Define Normal force
A
The perpendicular force exerted by a surface on an object in contact with it.
5
Q
Define frictional force
A
The force that opposes the motion of an object
