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Physics: Understanding Velocity Concepts

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What is the main difference between speed and velocity?

Speed is a scalar quantity with only magnitude, while velocity is a vector quantity that includes both magnitude and direction.

How is average velocity calculated, and what does it represent?

Average velocity is calculated as the displacement divided by the time taken, representing the overall change in position per unit time in a specified direction.

Explain what is meant by uniform velocity.

Uniform velocity refers to motion where an object travels equal distances in equal intervals of time in a specified direction.

What units can be used to express velocity, and why is this flexibility important?

<p>Velocity can be expressed in meters per second (m/s), kilometers per hour (km/h), or centimeters per second (cm/s), allowing for convenience based on the scale of measurement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe the formula for calculating distance traveled in relation to average velocity.

<p>The formula for calculating distance is Distance = Average velocity × Time, which shows how distance relates to both speed and time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Velocity

Velocity is the rate of change of displacement over time.
Velocity is a vector quantity, meaning it has both magnitude and direction.
The SI unit of velocity is meters per second (m/s).
The formula for velocity is: Velocity = Displacement / Time taken.

Average Velocity

Average velocity is calculated by dividing the total displacement by the total time taken.
The direction of the average velocity is the same as the direction of the displacement.
For example, if a car travels 100 km North in 4 hours, its average velocity is 25 km/h North.

Uniform Velocity

Uniform velocity (or constant velocity) occurs when an object moves in a straight line and covers equal distances in equal time intervals.
The object's speed and direction remain constant during uniform velocity.
The formula for calculating distance traveled with uniform velocity is: Distance traveled = Average velocity × Time.

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This quiz covers the key concepts of velocity in physics, including its definition, types, and calculations. You will explore specific aspects such as average velocity and uniform velocity, along with their formulas and examples. Test your knowledge on how displacement and direction influence velocity.