1.3 More About Velocity-Time Graphs Flashcards
1
Q
What does the x axis represent on a velocity time graph?
A
The time taken
2
Q
What does the gradient of the line on a velocity time graph represent?
A
Acceleration
3
Q
What is the relationship between the gradient of the line and the acceleration?
A
The steeper the gradient, the greater the acceleration
4
Q
What does it mean if the line on a velocity time graph is horizontal?
A
It’s staying at a steady speed
5
Q
What does the area under the line on a velocity time graph represent?
A
The distance travelled in a given time
6
Q
What does the y axis represent in a velocity time graph?
A
The velocity of an object
