2D Motion - Free Fall Flashcards
1
Q
What does acceleration indicate?
A
how much an object’s speed changes every second
2
Q
What is the acceleration of an object in free fall?
A
Gravity (9.8 m/s^2)
3
Q
Does mass affect how fast an object falls?
A
No
4
Q
True or False? All objects fall at the same rate.
A
Yes, due to gravity.
5
Q
What is the acceleration of a ball thrown straight up at the top of its path?
A
Gravity
6
Q
What is the velocity of a ball thrown straight up at the top of its path?
A
Zero
7
Q
What does g represent?
A
Acceleration due to gravity (9.8 m/s^2)
