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Physical Science M2
Motion
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Frame of Reference | A method of describing the position, velocity or acceleration of an object. Often, the reference frame is given for some type of coordinate system. |
| Motion | Any movement of change in position or time |
| Distance | A scalar quantity that describes how far apart two objects are |
| Vector | A quantity described by magnitude and direction (ex: 55 mph East) |
| Scalar | a quantity described by magnitude (ex: 20 meters) |
| Displacement | A vector quantity that describes that change in position of an object. |
| Velocity | speed traveled in a given direction |