General definitions Flashcards
What is the definition of angular momentum
how hard it is to stop something once its rotating
What is the definition of centre of mass
The mean position of matter in a system
What is the definition of energy
The ability to do work
What is the definition of force
A push of pull on an object
What is the free body diagram
A diagram showing all forces acting on an object
What is the definition of frequency
The number of oscillations completed in one second
What is the definition of geostationary
An object that stays above the same spot on earth
What is the definition of inertia
A property of matter that opposes rotation
What is the definition of a period
A length of time to complete one oscillation
What is the definition of “scalar”
A quantity without a specific direction
What is the definition of simple harmonic motion
A type of motion involving oscillation around an equilibrium point
What is the definition of torque
A force which causes turns
What is the definition of a vector
A Quantity with a specific direction
