Vocab. 1/13/16 Flashcards
an objects change in position relative to a refrence point
Motion
the distance traveled divided by the time interval during which the motion occured
Speed
the speed of an object in a particular direction
Velocity
The rate at which velocity changes over time
Acceleration
something that causes a change in the motion of an object
Force
the SI unit for force
Newton
combination of objects acting on an object
Net Force
a force that opposes motion between two surfaces that are in contact
Friction
a force of attraction between objects that is due to their masses
Gravity
a measure of gravitational force exerted on an object; its value can change depending on the location
Weight
a measure of the amount of matter in an object
Mass