3.3 Acceleration Flashcards
1
Q
Define acceleration and state its unit
A
The rate of change of velocity, ms^-2
2
Q
Why can’t equations of constant acceleration be apply to the motion of a skydiver during a skydiver
A
The skydivers acceleration isn’t constant
3
Q
A horizontal line on an acceleration-time graph indicates…
A
Constant acceleration
4
Q
Constant acceleration on a velocity-time graph is represented by a…
A
A straight line with a positive or negative gradient
5
Q
The area unde an acceleration-time graph is represents…
A
The change in velocity of the object
6
Q
In what direction will an object always accelerate?
A
In the same direction as the net force on the object
