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The universe is in motion, from the smallest scale of electrons and atoms to the largest scale of entire galaxies. Motion is all around us. |
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How do we describe motion? |
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The mathematical description of motion is called kinematics. |
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How do we explain motion? |
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The explanation of motion in terms of its causes is called dynamics. |
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The change of an object's position in time. |
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What are the four basic types of motion? |
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- Linear Motion
- Circular Motion
- Projectile Motion
- Rotational Motion
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What are some examples of translational motion? |
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Linear motion, circular motion, and projectile motion. |
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When does translational motion occur? |
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Translational motion occurs when the object moves through space. |
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What is the object's trajectory? |
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The path along which the object moves, whether straight or curved. |
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Each separate image in a motion diagram. |
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What is a motion diagram? |
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An image of several layered frames, showing an object's position at several equally spaced instants of time. |
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How can we tell if an object is moving at a constant speed in a motion diagram? |
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The images are equally spaced. |
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How can we tell if an object is speeding up in a motion diagram? |
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There is an increasing distance between the images. |
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How can we tell if an object is slowing down in a motion diagram? |
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There is a decreasing distance between the images. |
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