2.1 Flashcards

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1
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motion

A

the phenomenon in which an object changes its position over time

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2
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displacement

A

distance and direction of the objects change in position

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3
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speed

A

the distance an object travels per unit of time

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4
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how do you calculate distance

A

add all your distances together

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5
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displacement can be calculated in the same direction

A

true

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6
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you subtract displacement if they are going in the opposite direction

A

true

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7
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you cannot directly calculate displacement if they are not the same or in opposite directions

A

true

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8
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what is the equation for speed

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speed = distance / time

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