Module 5 - Physical Science: Motion & Simple Machines
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Activity 5: Guiding Questions
Answer the following questions using information gained through the readings, Thinkwell, CourseCompass, and websites. Enter your answers and thoughts on the topics in your notebook.
- Explain how the following terms describe the motion of an object; acceleration, speed, velocity.
- Why is Newton’s first law of motion a restatement of Galileo’s concept of inertia?
- Explain and give examples of Newton’s three laws of motion.
- For what phenomenon are Newton’s laws inaccurate?
- Describe the six types of simple machines.
- What is the advantage of using simple machines?
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