Arte naval Flashcards

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What is the term for the movement of an object from side to side?

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Sway

Sway refers to lateral movement, often seen in objects like ships or aircraft.

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What is the term for the rotation of an object around its lateral axis?

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Pitch

Pitch describes the up or down angle of the nose of an aircraft.

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3
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What term describes the linear movement in a forward or backward direction?

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Surge

Surge refers to the forward or backward motion, commonly used in naval terminology.

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4
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Fill in the blank: The rotation of an object around its vertical axis is known as _______.

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Yaw

Yaw is critical for navigation and control in various vehicles.

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What is the term for the vertical movement of an object, usually up and down?

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Heave

Heave is often associated with the motion of boats or other floating vessels.

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What term is used to describe the movement of an object oscillating back and forth?

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Roll

Roll is commonly used to describe the motion of an aircraft or ship tilting side to side.

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