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Gravitational force and weight

Quiz by Oak National Academy: KS3 Science (2)

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  • Q1
    How can a force acting on an object be shown on a diagram?
    A straight line joining the object to the force.
    An arrow starting on the object and pointing to the direction the force acts.
    An arrow pointing to where the force is acting on the object.
    30s
  • Q2
    Which of these forces pulls objects towards the centre of Earth?
    normal reaction force
    gravitational force
    magnetic force
    tension
    electric force
    30s
  • Q3
    How should a force arrow for the gravitational force acting on a football be drawn?
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    30s
  • Q4
    What property does this top pan balance measure?
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    force in grams
    weight in grams
    mass in grams
    mass in newtons
    30s
  • Q5
    The figure shows a hand holding a small metal block. The metal block is not moving. Which statements are correct?
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    30s
  • Q6
    An astronaut is walking on the Moon carrying a hammer. What will happen to the hammer if they let go of it?
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    The hammer will float off upwards, getting faster and faster.
    The hammer will fall towards the Moon's surface at a constant speed.
    The hammer will float exactly where it was released.
    The hammer will fall towards the Moon's surface, speeding up as it falls.
    30s

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