Fast Facts Flashcard: Kinematics

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What does the slope of a position-time graph represent?

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The slope of a position-time graph represents the speed of an object.

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What type of segments are most everyday motions represented with on a velocity-time graph?

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Most everyday motions are represented with straight segments on a velocity-time graph.

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What is the correct unit for acceleration?

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The correct unit for acceleration is meters per second per second (m/s²).

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What does the slope of a velocity-time graph indicate?

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The slope of a velocity-time graph indicates the acceleration of an object.

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What is needed to translate motion from vertical to horizontal?

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To translate motion from vertical to horizontal, you need to know the time (t).

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Define kinematics.

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Kinematics is the branch of physics that describes the motion of objects without considering the forces that cause the motion.

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What is the formula for calculating average speed?

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Average speed is calculated using the formula: Average Speed = Total Distance / Total Time.

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What is the difference between speed and velocity?

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Speed is a scalar quantity that refers to how fast an object is moving, while velocity is a vector quantity that includes both speed and direction.

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What does a horizontal line on a position-time graph indicate?

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A horizontal line on a position-time graph indicates that the object is at rest.

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What does a curved line on a velocity-time graph represent?

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A curved line on a velocity-time graph represents changing acceleration.