Unit 2 Concept 1 Describing Motion

Front

What is the definition of distance in motion?

Back

Distance is the total length of the path traveled by an object, regardless of direction.

Front

What is displacement in motion?

Back

Displacement is the shortest distance from the initial to the final position of an object, along with the direction.

Front

How do you calculate distance traveled when given multiple segments?

Back

Add the lengths of each segment together.

Front

What is instantaneous speed?

Back

Instantaneous speed is the speed of an object at a specific moment in time, as shown on a speedometer.

Front

What is average speed?

Back

Average speed is the total distance traveled divided by the total time taken.

Front

What is velocity?

Back

Velocity is the speed of an object in a specific direction.

Front

What is a reference point in motion?

Back

A reference point is a stationary object used to determine the position of a moving object.

Front

What does it mean when an object is in motion?

Back

An object is in motion when its position changes relative to a reference point.

Front

What is the formula for calculating distance when speed and time are known?

Back

Distance = Speed × Time.

Front

If a runner maintains a constant speed of 8 m/s for 12 seconds, how far does the runner travel?

Back

96 m.