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1
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Define “Accelerate”

A

When something changes its velocity

2
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Define “Acceleration”

A

The rate of change of velocity of a moving object. Can result from a change in speed and/or a change in direction.

3
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What is the amplitude of an oscillation?

A

The maximum displacement of a body from the equilibrium position during an oscillatory motion.

4
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What is angular acceleration?

A

The rate of change of the angular velocity of a rotating object.

5
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What is angular displacement?

A

The angle through which an object moves on a circular path.

6
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What is angular frequency?

A

The measure of the rate of rotation.