Motion and Reference Points

Front

Motion

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When an object changes position compared to a reference point.

Front

Reference Point

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A stationary object used to see if something is moving.

Front

Relative Motion

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Movement described compared to something else, like a car next to a tree.

Front

Position

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Where an object is located.

Front

Speed

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How fast an object is moving.

Front

Velocity

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Speed in a specific direction.

Front

Direction

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The path an object moves, like left, right, up, or down.

Front

System

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A group of objects that interact, like a car, road, and tree.

Front

Frame of Reference

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The viewpoint from which motion is observed.

Front

Distance

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How far an object moves from its starting point.