1.2 motion Flashcards

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1
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What is a scalar quantity?

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A quantity that only has magnitude

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What is a vector quantity?

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A quantity with magnitude and direction

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3
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Formula for distance, speed and time?

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d = s x t
s = d/t
t = d/s
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4
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What is acceleration and its formula?

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Definition: change in velocity
Formula: (initial - final speed) / time taken (m/s^2)

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