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How scientists measure distance
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Motion | An object is in motion when it's distance from another object is changing |
| Reference Point | A place or object used for comparision to determine if something is in comparison |
| SI unit for distance | =Meter |
| Speed | =Distance/Time |
| Average Speed | =Total distance traveled/Total time |
| Instantaneous Speed | The rate at which an object is moving at that point in time |
| Velocity | Speed of an object in a given |
| Line Graph | Used to show motion of objects |
| Slope | Steepness of the line or RISE/RUN |