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Types of Forces

Muscular Force A boy pushing box
Force that is applied by our muscles is called as muscular
force. When we push, pull or lift anything, we apply
muscular force.

Gravitational Force
It is the force by which earth pulls anything towards itself.
We stay on the ground due to gravitational force. A fruit
falls from the tree on the ground due to gravitational force.

Fruit falling from tree

Frictional Force
A rolling ball stops due to the force of friction. This force slows
down a moving object. We are able to walk because of the
frictional force. Vehicles are stop due to the frictional force. It is
also called force of resistance.

Frictional force

Elastic Force
When we strength a spring, it increases its length. But when we
release, it regains its original position. This is due to elastic force.

Mechanical Force
Simple machines work on mechanical force.
Gulel For example, a pair of scissors uses this force
to cut something. This force save our energy
and time.

Girl cutting cloth

Buoyant Force with scissors

If we push down a ball floating on water, we feel an upward

thrust. This feel or push is called buoyant force.

Ball in a water tub

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