Subject: Pysics Class: 9TH

Tick the correct option.

1: Which of the following is an example of a contact force?
a) Gravitational force
b) Frictional force
c) Electrostatic force
d) Magnetic force
Correct Answer: b) Frictional force
2: When you push a heavy box across the floor, which force are you exerting?
a) Gravitational force
b) Tension force
c) Elastic force
d) Frictional force
Correct Answer: d) Frictional force
3: What type of force is responsible for the tension in a rope holding a hanging weight?
a) Elastic force
b) Normal force
c) Tension force
d) Gravitational force
Correct Answer: c) Tension force
4: When two magnets repel each other without physical contact, which type of force is at play?
a) Normal force
b) Electrostatic force
c) Frictional force
d) Tension force
Correct Answer: b) Electrostatic force
5: What force keeps planets in orbit around the Sun?
a) Frictional force
b) Gravitational force
c) Elastic force
d) Magnetic force
Correct Answer: b) Gravitational force

Short questions and answers

Forces and Types of Forces:

Definition: A force is a push or pull acting upon an object as a result of its interaction with
another object.It is a vector quantity. Forces can be categorized into several types based on their
origin and nature.

Contact Forces:

Definition: Contact forces are those forces that act between objects that are physically touching
each other. These forces arise due to direct contact or interaction between the surfaces of objects.
Thrust: The force that propels a flying machine in a direction of motion is known as thrust.For
example , engines produces thrust, the thrust of engine of car causes to accelerate it.
Normal Force: The normal force is the force exerted by a surface to support the weight of an
object resting on it. For instance, when you stand on the ground, the ground exerts an upward
normal force to support your weight.
Frictional Force: Frictional force opposes the relative motion or tendency of motion between
surfaces in contact. An example is the friction between the tires of a car and the road surface,
which allows the car to accelerate or decelerate.
Tension: Tension is the pulling force transmitted through a string, rope, cable, or any other
similar object. For example, when you pull on both ends of a rope, tension develops in the rope.
Elastic Force: Elastic force is the force exerted by a stretched or compressed elastic object, such
as a spring or rubber band, trying to return to its original shape or length. For instance, when you
stretch a rubber band, it exerts an elastic force trying to pull it back to its original length.
Non-Contact Forces:

Definition: Non-contact forces are those forces that act between objects even when they are not
physically touching each other. These forces can act over a distance.
Gravitational Force: Gravitational force is the force of attraction between objects with mass. For
example, the gravitational force between the Earth and objects on its surface keeps them
grounded. Another example is the gravitational force between the Sun and planets, which keeps
the planets in orbit.
Electrostatic Force: Electrostatic force is the force of attraction or repulsion between electrically
charged objects. For instance, when you rub a balloon against your hair and it sticks to the wall,
it's because of electrostatic forces between the balloon and the wall.

Fundamental Forces in Nature:

Definition: Fundamental forces are the four fundamental interactions that govern the behavior of
matter in the universe. These forces act over different ranges and strengths.
Gravitational Force: It is the force of attraction between objects with mass. For example, the
gravitational force between the Earth and objects on its surface keeps them grounded.
Electromagnetic Force: This force is associated with charged particles. For instance, when you
rub a balloon against your hair and it sticks to the wall, it's because of electromagnetic forces
between the balloon and the wall.
Weak Nuclear Force: This force is involved in certain types of radioactive decay processes. An
example would be beta decay, where a neutron changes into a proton, emitting a beta particle
(electron) and an antineutrino.
Strong Nuclear Force: This force binds protons and neutrons together within the atomic nucleus.
Without it, atomic nuclei would not hold together. An example is the force that holds protons and
neutrons together in the nucleus of an atom.

Force Diagram:
Definition: A force diagram, also known as a free-body diagram, is a visual representation that
shows all the forces acting on an object.

Example: Consider a car traveling on a straight road. The forces acting on the car include the
gravitational force pulling it downward, the normal force exerted by the road upward, and the
frictional force opposing its motion. A force diagram for the car would represent these forces as
arrows pointing in the direction of their action.