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A moving object will stay moving until a force is applied to that object in the opposing direction. To stay moving is an objects natural state. Here on earth, we have many forces that can act on an object to eventually bring it to a halt (relative to the ground). Air friction (wind resistance), rolling resistance, good old fashion friction, and by a force placed on it by other matter (as in the force applied by the ground to a rain drop as it finally hits the ground). So really the question is, what keeps an object stationary. At the moment I'm moving really fast in relation to the sun, but not moving in relation to the ground I'm sitting on. Congratulations, you now understand the "theory of relativity".
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What friction keeps an object from moving when a force is applied?
sliding
What is the direction of the force that's keeps and object moving in a circle?
The centripetal force which always acts perpendicular to the motion of the object
How does friction make an object move?
It doesn't. It keeps objects from moving.
What is it called when an object keeps moving?
momentum Further answer Momentum is the reason something keeps moving, it's not really what it's called. Motion or perpetual motion is more like the answer to the question.
Does static or sliding friction keeps an object from moving when a force is applied?
i would say sliding
What is the force that keeps an object in motion?
An object which is moving doesn't need a force to keep it moving.
What keeps an object moving if there is no friction?
Momentum .
What keeps a moving object moving until a force gets in it way?
Momentum.
What force keeps an object moving in a circle. in what direction does this force act?
The Centripetal force keeps a object moving in a circle and its force and acceleration are directed toward the center of the circle
What friction keeps an object from moving when a force is applied?
sliding
What is the direction of the force that's keeps and object moving in a circle?
The centripetal force which always acts perpendicular to the motion of the object
Brief meaning of the law of inertia?
A moving object keeps moving, unless you force it to stop. It keeps moving in a straight line, unless you force it to change direction. It keeps moving at a constant speed, unless you force it to speed up or slow down. A stationary object remains stationary, unless you force it to start moving.
How does friction make an object move?
It doesn't. It keeps objects from moving.
Is sliding friction what keeps an object from moving when a force is applied?
yes
What is it called when an object keeps moving?
momentum Further answer Momentum is the reason something keeps moving, it's not really what it's called. Motion or perpetual motion is more like the answer to the question.
What is the friction that hinders a stationary object from moving on a surface when a force is applied to that object?
Static friction. The frictional force is greater then the force applied, meaning the object can't move.
When an object moves in a circular path a force keeps it moving that way. this force is called?
centripetal
