Conceptual Problems with Velocity-Time Graphs definitions Flashcards
Conceptual Problems with Velocity-Time Graphs definitions
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Velocity-Time Graph A graph that represents an object's velocity over time, with velocity values on the y-axis and time on the x-axis. Positive Velocity Indicates forward movement on a velocity-time graph, represented by values above the time axis. Negative Velocity Indicates backward movement on a velocity-time graph, represented by values below the time axis. Zero Velocity Occurs when the velocity-time graph crosses the time axis, indicating the object is at rest. Acceleration The rate of change of velocity, represented by the slope of a velocity-time graph. Positive Acceleration Indicated by an upward slope on a velocity-time graph, showing an increase in velocity. Negative Acceleration Indicated by a downward slope on a velocity-time graph, showing a decrease in velocity. Steepest Slope Represents the point of fastest acceleration on a velocity-time graph. Turning Around Occurs when the velocity-time graph crosses the time axis, indicating a change in direction. Speeding Up Occurs when the velocity-time graph moves away from the time axis, indicating an increase in speed. Slowing Down Occurs when the velocity-time graph moves towards the time axis, indicating a decrease in speed. Graph Feature Elements of a graph such as values, slope, or curvature used to interpret motion. Slope The steepness of a line on a graph, indicating acceleration on a velocity-time graph. Time Axis The horizontal axis on a velocity-time graph, representing time. Y-Axis The vertical axis on a velocity-time graph, representing velocity values.
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