Physics Semester 1 Vocab

Front

A scientific explanation about why something occurs.

Back

Scientific Theory

Front

The type of measurement being made (i.e. Length or Density).

Back

Dimension

Front

The downwards gravitational force acting on an object from Earth.

Back

Weight

Front

How accuracy is represented in measured values (e.g., 12.2 m vs 12.20430 m).

Back

Significant Figures

Front

The catch-all force that can be from a variety of sources.

Back

Applied Force

Front

The force exerted by a surface to support the weight of an object resting on it.

Back

Normal Force

Front

The total force acting on an object when all the individual forces acting on it are combined.

Back

Net Force

Front

The rate of change of velocity of an object.

Back

Acceleration

Front

The quantity of matter in an object, typically measured in kilograms.

Back

Mass

Front

The distance traveled per unit of time, often measured in meters per second.

Back

Speed