Linear Motion Flashcards
1
Q
What is the unit of mass?
A
The unit of mass is the kilogram (kg)
2
Q
What is the unit of length?
A
The unit of length is the metre (m)
3
Q
What is the unit of time?
A
The unit of time is the second (s)
4
Q
Define displacement.
A
Displacement is distance in a given direction
5
Q
What is the unit of displacement?
A
The unit of displacement is the metre (m)
6
Q
Define velocity
A
Velocity is the rate of change of displacement with respect to time
7
Q
What is the unit of velocity?
A
The unit of velocity is the metre per second (m/s)
8
Q
Define acceleration.
A
Acceleration is the rate of change of velocity with respect to time.
9
Q
What is the unit of acceleration?
A
The unit of acceleration is the metre per second squared (m/s^2)