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could someone please clarify th e difference between the 2 and maybe give me an example?
blackice552 said:could someone please clarify th e difference between the 2 and maybe give me an example?
Speed and velocity are often used interchangeably, but they actually have distinct meanings in the field of physics. Speed refers to how fast an object is moving, while velocity refers to both the speed and direction of motion.
Yes, an object can have a constant speed but changing velocity. This is because velocity takes into account the direction of motion, so if an object is moving at a constant speed but changes direction, its velocity will also change.
Speed is typically measured in units of distance per time, such as meters per second or miles per hour. Velocity is also measured in these units, but it also includes a directional component, such as north or east.
Some examples of speed include a car driving at 60 miles per hour or a person running at 10 meters per second. Examples of velocity include a plane flying north at 500 miles per hour or a cyclist riding east at 20 kilometers per hour.
Speed and velocity are key factors in determining an object's motion. In general, an object with a higher speed or velocity will cover more distance in a shorter amount of time compared to an object with a lower speed or velocity. Additionally, changes in an object's speed or velocity can affect its acceleration, which is the rate at which its speed or velocity changes over time.