Physics 🏎 Flashcards
1
Q
What is speed?
A
A scalar that describe the distance an object moves in a certain length of time.
2
Q
Why is speed important.
A
So we can predict how long it will take to travel a certain distance.
3
Q
What is velocity?
A
Speed with direction.
4
Q
Why is velocity important?
A
Velocity is important so we know what direction an object is going at a specific speed.
5
Q
How do you measure speed
A
Speed= distance
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Time
6
Q
What can be used to measure velocity?
A
Distance, time and direction.
