Speed, Velocity, Acceleration

Speed, Velocity, Acceleration

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Physics

6th - 9th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is speed?

Back

Speed is the distance traveled per unit of time, typically measured in meters per second (m/s) or kilometers per hour (km/h).

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is velocity?

Back

Velocity is the speed of an object in a specific direction.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is acceleration?

Back

Acceleration is the rate of change of velocity of an object. It can occur due to a change in speed or direction.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do speed and velocity differ?

Back

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

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the formula for calculating average speed?

Back

Average speed = Total distance / Total time.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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

Back

Average speed = 150 km / 3 h = 50 km/h.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does a negative acceleration indicate?

Back

Negative acceleration indicates that an object is slowing down.

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