Velocity Vectors
Definition
Velocity vectors represent the speed and direction of an object's motion at a specific point in time. They are typically represented as arrows, with the length of the arrow indicating the magnitude of velocity and the direction pointing towards the object's movement.
Related terms
Acceleration: The rate at which an object's velocity changes over time.
Displacement: The change in position of an object from its initial point to its final point.
Speed: The magnitude of an object's velocity without considering its direction.
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Subjects (1)
AP Physics 1
Study guides (1)
AP Calculus AB/BC - 9.3 Finding Arc Lengths of Curves Given by Parametric Equations
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