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Understanding Speed, Inertia, and Energy in Motion

Explore the fundamental concepts of physics that govern motion, including speed, inertia, and energy. Learn how speed is defined as the change in position over time, and discover how to calculate average speed using the formula Speed = Distance/Time. Delve into Newton's First Law of Motion, which explains inertia— the tendency of an object to resist changes in its state of motion. Understand the difference between potential and kinetic energy, and how kinetic energy is calculated through the formula ½ mass x velocity squared. Engage with our interactive tools to see these principles in action!

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Understanding Speed, Inertia, and Energy in Motion

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  1. Notes: Rolling Along

  2. Speed • Speed is defined as a change in position divided by time. • Average speed is calculated by dividing the distance an object travels by the time it takes to travel that distance. Speed = Distance/Time

  3. Inertia: Newton’s First Law of Motion • Inertia is a property of matter that makes it resist a change in its motion. • An object at rest will remain at rest if no unbalanced force acts on it. • A moving object will move at a constant speed in a straight line if no unbalanced force acts on it. • The net force on an object is the sum of all forces on the object.

  4. According to Newton's first law, the marble on that bottom ramp should just keep going. And going.

  5. Interactive Website http://science.discovery.com/games-and-interactives/newtons-laws-of-motion-interactive.htm

  6. Kinetic Energy • Kinetic energy is associated with the motion of an object. • The kinetic energy of an object is calculated using the formula: ½ mass x velocity squared

  7. Potential Energy vs. Kinetic Energy

  8. Potential & Kinetic Energy • http://www.energyeducation.tx.gov/energy/section_1/topics/potential_and_kinetic_energy/ This is a fun demonstration of potential & kinetic energy!

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