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GCSE (9–1) Physics B (Twenty First Century Science)
J259/04 Depth in physics (Higher Tier)
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1 According to Newton’s third law, when two objects interact, they apply forces on each other.
(a) A person pushes on a wall with a force of 100 N.
The diagram shows two forces that form an interaction pair between the person and the wall.
Force of wall Force of person
pushing on person pushing on wall = 100 N
Which statements about this pair of forces are true and which are false?
Tick (✓) one box in each row.
True False
Both forces are acting on the person.
The forces are the same kind of force.
The forces are opposite in direction.
The force of the wall on the person equals 100 N.
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(b) Which of these forces is a contact force?
Tick (✓) one box.
Electrostatic
Friction
Gravitational
Magnetic
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