Motion Graphs

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What is a motion graph?

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A visual representation of an object's motion, showing how position changes over time.

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What does the slope of a motion graph represent?

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The speed of the object; a steeper slope indicates a higher speed.

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What does a horizontal line on a motion graph indicate?

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The object is stationary; it is not changing its position.

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What does a downward slope on a motion graph indicate?

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The object is returning to its starting position.

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What is acceleration?

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The rate at which an object's speed changes over time.

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What does it mean when an object is accelerating?

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Its speed is increasing or decreasing over time.

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What is constant speed?

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When an object covers equal distances in equal intervals of time.

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What does a curve on a motion graph indicate?

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The object is changing its speed; it could be accelerating or decelerating.

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What is the difference between speed and velocity?

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Speed is the distance traveled per unit of time, while velocity includes direction.

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What does the area under a speed-time graph represent?

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The distance traveled by the object during that time interval.