Students often find it difficult to tell the difference between displacement-time graphs and velocity-time graphs. In this activity students will create a chart that illustrates how motion can be described using displacement-time graphs and velocity-time graphs. Students should be encouraged to describe the differences if they are prone to get confused even with the visual aid of the graph.
| Motion Type | Displacement-Time Graph | Velocity-Time Graph |
|---|---|---|
| Acceleration (Positive Acceleration) | A curved line where the gradient is increasing | A line with a constant positive gradient |
| Constant Velocity | A line with a constant positive gradient | A horizontal line |
| Deceleration (Negative Acceleration) | A curved line where the gradient is decreasing | A line with a constant negative gradient |
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Student Instructions
Create displacement-time and velocity-time graphs for different situations.