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Understanding Motion

Motion is a fundamental concept in physics. It describes how an object's position


changes over time. We'll explore how to describe motion using reference points,
distance, and displacement.

by Bushra Thebyan
Reference Points
A reference point is a fixed location used to describe an object's position. It acts as a starting point for measuring movement.

Changing Reference Points Relative Motion

The description of an object's position can change based on Motion is always relative to a specific reference point. An
the reference point you choose. object can be in motion relative to one reference point but
stationary relative to another.
Motion and Position
To determine if an object is in motion, we need to compare its position relative to
a reference point.

1 Change in Position
If an object's position changes relative to a reference point, then it is in
motion.

2 No Change in Position
If an object's position remains the same relative to a reference point,
then it is stationary.
Distance and Displacement
Distance and displacement are two different ways to describe movement.

Distance

1 The total length of the path traveled by an object.

Displacement

2 The shortest distance between an object's starting and ending


positions.

Difference

3 Distance is a scalar quantity while displacement is a vector


quantity, meaning it has direction and magnitude.
Examples of Motion
We see examples of motion everywhere around us.

Example

A car driving down a straight road

A merry-go-round spinning in a
circle

A ball thrown through the air


Understanding Displacement
Displacement takes into account the direction of an object's movement.

Positive Displacement
Indicates movement in a specific direction, usually forward or upward.

Negative Displacement
Indicates movement in the opposite direction, backward or downward.

Zero Displacement
When an object returns to its initial position, its displacement is zero.
Motion in Everyday Life
Motion is all around us, from simple everyday activities to complex scientific
phenomena.

Transportation
Cars, trains, airplanes, and bicycles all exhibit motion.

Sports
Running, swimming, cycling, and other sports involve motion.

Nature
Wind, waves, and the movement of celestial objects are examples of motion
in nature.
Key Concepts
Remember the key concepts discussed.

1 Reference Point
A fixed location for describing an object's position.

Distance
2
The total length of the path traveled.

3 Displacement
The shortest distance between the starting and ending
positions.

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