Speed, Velocity, Acceleration

Speed, Velocity, Acceleration

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Science

8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the definition of acceleration?

Back

Acceleration is the rate at which an object changes its velocity, which can involve speeding up, slowing down, or changing direction.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do you calculate speed?

Back

Speed is calculated by dividing the distance traveled by the time taken. Formula: Speed = Distance / Time.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the difference between speed and velocity?

Back

Speed is a scalar quantity that refers to how fast an object is moving, while velocity is a vector quantity that includes both speed and direction.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What happens when two teams pull with the same amount of force?

Back

If two teams pull with the same amount of force, they will not move at all, resulting in a state of equilibrium.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do you calculate the velocity of an object?

Back

Velocity is calculated by dividing the displacement (change in position) by the time taken. Formula: Velocity = Displacement / Time.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the unit of acceleration?

Back

The unit of acceleration is meters per second squared (m/s²).

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is uniform acceleration?

Back

Uniform acceleration occurs when an object's acceleration is constant over time.

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