Topic 4: Forces and motion

Physics: Assessment Sheet P1

1 Complete this paragraph using words from the box.
newton force weak 5N force meter
An amount of push or pull is called a . The size
of a force can be measured using a special instrument called
a . Force meters are also called
newton meters or spring balances. The unit of force is
the (N). A force of 1 N is quite .
When you push a switch to turn on the light you are using
a force of about and when you pull the tab
to open a can you need to use a force of about 20 N. [5 marks]
2 What does mass mean?
[1 mark]
3 What is mass measured in?
[1 mark]
4 Read these statements. Circle TRUE or FALSE.
Mass is not a force. TRUE FALSE
Weight is a force that can be measured in kilograms.TRUE FALSE
Weight is not affected by gravity. TRUE FALSE
Mass is the amount of matter in an object measured
in kilograms and grams. TRUE FALSE [4 marks]
5 Explain the difference between mass and weight.

[4 marks]
Stage 6 Collins Primary Science 2014
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Stage 6 Collins Primary Science 2014