Chapter 1//2 Flashcards

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1
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An objects change in position relative to a reference point

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Motion

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2
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The distance traveled divided by the time interval during which the motion occurred

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Speed

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3
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The speed of an object in a particular direction

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Velocity

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4
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The rate at which velocity changes over time

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Acceleration

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5
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A push or pull exerted on an object in order to change the motion of an object

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Force

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6
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The SI unit for force

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Newton

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7
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The combination of all of the forces acting on an object

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Net Force

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8
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A force that opposes motion between two surfaces that are in contact

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Friction

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9
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A force of attraction between objects that is due to their masses

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Gravity

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10
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A measure of the gravitational force exerted on an object

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Weight

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11
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A measure of the amount of matter in an object

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Mass

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