Velocity Flashcards
1
Q
Most important information on velocity graph?
A
Time
Distance
Velocity
Acceleration
2
Q
What are velocity graphs used for?
A
To describe a motion of an object.
3
Q
What does acceleration measure?
A
The change of velocity.
4
Q
Acceleration equation
A
Acceleration = change in velocity/time
5
Q
What is retardation
A
Deceleration/negative acceleration.
6
Q
What does the area under the travel graph measure?
A
The dstance travelled.
7
Q
How to measure the right angled triangles
A
1/2 x base x height
8
Q
What is the other method of calculating acceleration on a velocity graph?
A
Calculate the gradient within the rectangle
