5 Questions
What is an object called if it is not in motion relative to a given frame of reference?
Resting
Which branch of physics describes the motion of objects without reference to their cause?
Kinematics
What is the phenomenon by which an object changes its position with respect to time called?
Motion
What are some of the quantities used to mathematically describe motion?
Displacement, distance, velocity
What does modern physics hold about Newton's concept of absolute motion?
It cannot be determined
Test your knowledge on the concept of motion and change in position in physics. This quiz covers topics such as displacement, velocity, acceleration, and more. Challenge yourself and see how well you understand the mathematical descriptions of motion and its relation to time and frame of reference.
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