Distance and Displacement

Distance and Displacement

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Physics

8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a frame of reference?

Back

A frame of reference is a place or object used for comparison to determine if another object is in motion.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the difference between distance and displacement?

Back

Distance is the total path length traveled, while displacement is the shortest straight line from the initial to the final position.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How can you tell if motion occurs?

Back

Motion occurs when an object's position changes in relation to a reference point.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the formula for calculating displacement?

Back

Displacement = Final Position - Initial Position.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

If an object returns to its starting point, what is its displacement?

Back

The displacement is 0, even if the distance traveled is greater than 0.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does a negative displacement indicate?

Back

A negative displacement indicates that the final position is behind the initial position in the chosen reference direction.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the initial position in a motion problem?

Back

The initial position is the starting point of an object before it begins to move.

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