Motion Flashcards
(8 cards)
1
Q
Motion
A
A change in position over time.
2
Q
Reference point
A
A nonmoving object used for comparison to tell if another object is in motion.
3
Q
Speed
A
The distance an object travels in time.
4
Q
Speed = distance/time
A
Formula for calculating speed.
5
Q
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6
Q
Velocity
A
The speed PLUS direction.
7
Q
Acceleration
A
Any change in speed or direction.
8
Q
Examples of acceleration
A
speeding up, slowing down, changing directions (turning).
