Physic-Motion/Speed Flashcards
To know key terms on Motion and Speed
1
Q
Define
Speed
A
Speed is a measure of how fast an object is moving. It is calculated as distance traveled divided by time taken.
2
Q
Formula
Speed
A
speed = distance / time
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3
Q
Calculate the speed of a car that travels 200 meters in 50 seconds?
A
4 m/s
Speed = 200m / 50 s
m/s= Meters per Second
4
Q
Formula
Distance
using speed and time
A
Distance= speed * time
5
Q
Formula
Time
Using speed and distance
A
Time = distance / speed
6
Q
Define
Average speed
A
The total distance traveled by the total time taken.
7
Q
Define
Instantaneous Speed
A
Instantaneous speed is the speed of an object at a particular moment in time.
