free fall conceptual physics

free fall conceptual physics

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Physics

11th - 12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the acceleration of free-falling objects near the Earth's surface?

Back

Free-falling objects accelerate at 9.8 m/s² due to gravity.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the term used to describe the change in velocity over time?

Back

The term is 'acceleration'.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What happens to the acceleration of an object in free fall until it hits the ground?

Back

It accelerates at a constant rate.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does the velocity of a ball change when it is dropped from a height?

Back

The velocity of the ball increases at a uniform rate.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the value of gravitational acceleration in a vacuum near the Earth's surface?

Back

g = 9.8 m/s².

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the difference between velocity and acceleration?

Back

Velocity is the speed of an object in a given direction, while acceleration is the rate of change of velocity.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What factors affect the acceleration of an object in free fall?

Back

In a vacuum, the only factor affecting acceleration is gravity, which is constant at 9.8 m/s².

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