Exploring Motion: Questions & Answers

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In summary, motion is the movement of an object and can be described by its speed, direction, and acceleration. Speed is the rate of movement while velocity includes direction. Acceleration is calculated by dividing the change in velocity by time. An object can have a constant velocity and still be accelerating if its direction changes. Mass affects an object's motion by determining the amount of force needed to accelerate it, with greater mass requiring more force.
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I have couple of question related to what motion is;


1) What is the definition of motion in today's physics?

2) Is motion quantized? If it is; what are the effects of it?

3) Can motion be explained without spacetime?
 
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1. Motion is a change in position of an object.

2. No, motion is not quantized.

3. Absolutely not, as spacetime is what allows us to label an objects position in both space and time.
 

FAQ: Exploring Motion: Questions & Answers

What is motion?

Motion is the movement of an object from one position to another. It can be described by its speed, direction, and acceleration.

What is the difference between speed and velocity?

Speed is the rate at which an object moves, while velocity is the speed and direction of an object's motion. For example, a car travelling at 60 miles per hour has a speed of 60 mph, but if it changes direction, its velocity will also change.

How is acceleration calculated?

Acceleration is calculated by dividing the change in velocity by the time it takes for the change to occur. It is measured in units of distance per time squared, such as meters per second squared or miles per hour squared.

Can an object have a constant velocity and still be accelerating?

Yes, an object can have a constant velocity and still be accelerating if its direction of motion is changing. This is because acceleration is a vector quantity that takes into account both speed and direction.

How does mass affect an object's motion?

Mass is the measure of an object's resistance to acceleration. The greater the mass, the more force is needed to accelerate the object. This means that objects with more mass will require more force to move at the same rate as objects with less mass.

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