Question

In the following situation,identify the agent exerting the force.Also state the effect of force in each case.
(1). Squeezing a piece of lemon between the fingers to extract its juice.
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Answer 1

Explanation:

(a) Squeezing a piece of lemon between the fingers to extract its juice.

Agent exerting force: - Fingers

Object: - Lemon

Effect: - Change in Shape.

(b) Taking out paste from a toothpaste tube.

Agent exerting force: - Fingers

Object: - Toothpaste tube

Effect: - Change in shape of toothpaste tube

(c) A load suspended from a spring while its other end is on a hook fixed to a wall.

Agent exerting force: - Load

Object: - Spring

Effect: - Change in shape of spring.

(d) An athlete making a high jump to clear the bar at a certain height.

Agent exerting force: - Muscles

Object: - Athlete

Effect: Change in state of motion.