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What do the letters in SUVAT stand for?

s = Displacement
u = initial velocity
v = final velocity
a = acceleration
t = time.

Give two examples of projectiles.

A bullet’s movement at the instant it is fired from a gun.
A car driven off a cliff.

What is a particle in equilibrium?

A particle is said to be in equilibrium when its net force is zero.

What is variable acceleration?

When acceleration is different between points along its path, it is considered variable acceleration.

What is free fall?

It is when an object experiences acceleration due to gravity.

What is constant acceleration?

It is also called one-dimensional equations of motion for constant acceleration. It deals with all kinematic problems where the acceleration is stable and constant.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Kinematics

What is kinematics?

Kinematics is an area of study that focuses on the movement of objects.

What is kinematics used for?

Kinematics is used in mechanical engineering, robotics, and biomechanics to describe the motion of systems made of parts joined together.

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