Motion Graphs and Terminology

Motion Graphs and Terminology

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Science

10th Grade

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1.

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Front

What is average velocity?

Back

Average velocity is the total displacement divided by the total time taken. It is a vector quantity.

2.

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Front

What is instantaneous velocity?

Back

Instantaneous velocity is the velocity of an object at a specific moment in time. It can be found using the slope of the tangent line on a position-time graph.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does a flat line on a motion graph indicate?

Back

A flat line indicates that the object is at rest, meaning there is no change in position over time.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does a steep slope on a motion graph represent?

Back

A steep slope indicates a high speed, meaning the object is covering a large distance in a short amount of time.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do you calculate total distance traveled?

Back

Total distance traveled is the sum of all distances covered, regardless of direction.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is displacement?

Back

Displacement is the shortest distance from the initial to the final position of an object, along with the direction.

7.

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Front

What is the difference between distance and displacement?

Back

Distance is a scalar quantity representing the total path length traveled, while displacement is a vector quantity that considers direction.

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