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May 24
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Physics
9th Grade
05/24/2011

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Term
For a given mass, what is the accelaration of an object proportional to?
Definition
The resultant force applied to the object.
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For a given force, what is the acceleration of an object inversely proportional to?
Definition
The mass of the object.
Term
State the equation which links acceleration (a), resultant force (F), and mass (m).
Definition
F=ma
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Describe what happens to the motion of a moving object when there is no resultant force acting on it.
Definition
Nothing will happen.
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Describe what happens to the motion of a moving object when a resultant force is applied to it in the opposite direction to the motion.
Definition
Deceleration.
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Describe what happens to the motion of a moving object when a resultant force is applied to it in a perpendicular direction to the motion.
Definition
It is turned in a circular motion.
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