equation of motion

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noun

an equation describing the rate of change with time of the velocity of a body, a collection of particles, or a fluid.

Etymology

Origin of equation of motion

First recorded in 1850–55

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Find the equation of motion if it is released from its equilibrium position with an upward velocity of 4 m/sec.

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Find the equation of motion of the mass if it is released from rest from a position 20 cm below the equilibrium position.

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Graph the equation of motion over the first second after the motorcycle hits the ground.

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Find the equation of motion if the mass is released from rest at a point 9 in. below equilibrium.

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Find the equation of motion if it is released from rest at a point 40 cm below equilibrium.

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