kinematics

Chinese equivalent: 运动学

kinematics The branch of physics that describes the motion of objects without considering the forces causing the motion.

Syllabus path: Mechanics › Kinematics › Velocity

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kinematics The branch of physics that describes the motion of objects without considering the forces causing the motion.

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Velocity

Velocity 1. Core Concepts: Velocity vs. Speed In Physics (especially for CSCA exams), Velocity and Speed are distinct concepts. Never use them interchangeably. | Aspect | Velocity ( v ) | Speed ( v ) | |: - - - |: - - - |: - - - | | Definition | Rate of change of position ( Δ x /…

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