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Understanding Speed in Science by Eric Chew is a document available to read on EtoBox.

This document discusses speed and methods of measuring speed. It defines speed as the distance covered over a period of time. Common units for speed are meters per second and kilometers per hour. Methods for measuring speed discussed include the speedometer in vehicles, speed trap guns, stopwatches, and light gates. Speed can also be calculated from distance/time graphs by determining the gradient. Velocity is defined as speed with a specified direction of movement.

Author

Eric Chew

Language

EN