Speed and Velocity

Speed and Velocity

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Science

8th Grade

Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the definition of speed?

Back

Speed is the distance traveled per unit of time, regardless of direction.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the definition of velocity?

Back

Velocity is speed in a given direction.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is acceleration?

Back

Acceleration is the rate of change of velocity over time.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the difference between speed and velocity?

Back

Speed is a scalar quantity (magnitude only), while velocity is a vector quantity (magnitude and direction).

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do you calculate speed?

Back

Speed = Distance / Time.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

If a car travels 150 km in 3 hours, what is its speed?

Back

Speed = 150 km / 3 hr = 50 km/hr.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What do you need to know to calculate velocity?

Back

You need to know both speed and direction.

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