Motion Graphs

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What is a motion graph?

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A visual representation of an object's motion, showing how position changes over time.

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What does a flat line on a motion graph indicate?

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The object is not moving (constant position).

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What does a steep slope on a motion graph represent?

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The object is moving quickly (high speed).

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What does a gentle slope on a motion graph indicate?

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The object is moving slowly (low speed).

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What does a downward slope on a motion graph signify?

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The object is moving back towards the starting point (negative displacement).

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What is acceleration?

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The rate of change of velocity of an object over time.

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What does a curved line on a motion graph represent?

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The object is accelerating or decelerating.

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How can you determine if an object is speeding up on a motion graph?

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If the slope of the graph is increasing over time.

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What does a horizontal line on a motion graph indicate?

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The object is moving at a constant speed.

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What is the difference between speed and velocity?

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