Motion Updated 9/24

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What is constant speed?

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Constant speed refers to the speed of an object that does not change over time. It means the object covers equal distances in equal intervals of time.

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What unit is commonly used to measure long distances, such as from Sicklerville to New York City?

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Kilometers are commonly used to measure long distances.

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What do we measure using liters?

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Liters are used to measure volume, which is the amount of space an object or substance occupies.

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What do we measure using grams?

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Grams are used to measure mass, which is the amount of matter in an object.

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Is average speed the total distance divided by total time?

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True. Average speed is calculated by dividing the total distance traveled by the total time taken.

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What is acceleration?

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Acceleration is the rate at which an object changes its velocity. It can be a change in speed or direction.

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What is the difference between speed and velocity?

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Speed is a scalar quantity that refers to how fast an object is moving, while velocity is a vector quantity that includes both speed and direction.

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What is the formula for calculating speed?

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Speed = Distance / Time.

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What is the metric unit for measuring speed?

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The metric unit for measuring speed is meters per second (m/s).

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What does it mean if an object is in motion?

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An object is in motion if it changes its position relative to a reference point over time.