Force and Motion 4 (Graphing)

Front

What is force?

Back

A push or pull on an object that can cause it to move, stop, or change direction.

Front

What is motion?

Back

The change in position of an object over time.

Front

What does a position vs. time graph show?

Back

It shows how the position of an object changes over time.

Front

What does it mean when a graph is flat (horizontal)?

Back

The object is not moving; its position is constant.

Front

What does a steep slope on a position vs. time graph indicate?

Back

The object is moving quickly.

Front

What does a downward slope on a position vs. time graph indicate?

Back

The object is moving back towards the starting point.

Front

What is the formula for speed?

Back

Speed = Distance / Time.

Front

If an object travels 100 meters in 5 seconds, what is its speed?

Back

20 meters per second.

Front

What does it mean when an object stops moving on a graph?

Back

The position does not change, but time continues to pass.

Front

What is acceleration?

Back

The rate at which an object changes its speed or direction.