Newton's first law of motion Flashcards
1
Q
What is Newton’s first law of motion?
A
Inertia
2
Q
a. What is the definition of inertia?
b. For an object to stop being affected by inertia, it needs …
A
a. An object at rest remains at rest, and an object in motion remains in motion with the same speed and direction, unless acted upon by an unbalanced external force.
b. Time
3
Q
What is the 3 types of inertia?
A
Inertia of rest, inertia of direction, inertia of motion
4
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What is the definition of inertia of rest?
A
The tendency of an object to remain at the state of rest.
5
Q
What is the definition of inertia of direction?
A
The tendency of an object to remain in a particular direction.
6
Q
What is the definition of inertia of motion?
A
The tendency of an object to remain in motion
