Motion Graphs

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What is motion?

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Motion is the change in position of an object over time.

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What is a motion graph?

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A motion graph visually represents the movement of an object, showing how its position changes over time.

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What does a horizontal line on a motion graph indicate?

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A horizontal line indicates that the object is stationary (not moving).

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What does a straight diagonal line on a motion graph represent?

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A straight diagonal line indicates that the object is moving at a constant speed.

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What does a curved line on a motion graph signify?

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A curved line indicates that the object is accelerating or decelerating.

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What is acceleration?

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Acceleration is the rate of change of velocity of an object, meaning it is speeding up or slowing down.

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What is deceleration?

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Deceleration is a type of acceleration that occurs when an object is slowing down.

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What does a steep slope on a motion graph indicate?

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A steep slope indicates a higher speed of the object.

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What does a gentle slope on a motion graph indicate?

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A gentle slope indicates a lower speed of the object.

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What does it mean if the graph returns to the starting point?

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It means the object has returned to its original position after moving.