types of motion Flashcards
1
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Linear motion
A
movement of a body in a straight or curved line, where all parts are moving in the same direction at the same time.
2
Q
angular motion
A
movement of a body in a circular motion about the axis of rotation
3
Q
general motion
A
combination of linear and angular motion - the trunk movies in a linear motion so limbs move in an angular motion at the shoulder and hip