Physics (Idiots Guide) Flashcards
1
Q
Define what Velocity is
A
The rate at which an object’s position is changing
2
Q
How many meters are in a mile?
A
1,609 meters in a mile
3
Q
How many seconds are in a hour?
A
3,600 seconds are in an hour
4
Q
What does 1 m/s equal to in mph?
A
2.237 miles per hour
5
Q
Define instantaneous velocity
A
It is the LIMITING value of the average velocity as the averaging time interval is made vanishingly small.
-It is defined for a single moment in time
6
Q
Define acceleration
A
Is the rate of change of an object’s velocity
