7.SCI.7.B
Distinguish between speed and velocity in linear motion in terms of distance, displacement, and direction.
Grade 7 · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2022
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speedvelocitylinear motiondistancedisplacementdirection
Skills
- distinguish (speed, velocity) #dok2
- compare (distance, displacement in motion) #dok2
- explain (relationship between direction and velocity) #dok2
- describe (linear motion using distance, displacement, and direction) #dok2
Learning Targets
- I can define speed and velocity. #dok1
- I can identify distance, displacement, and direction in a motion scenario. #dok1
- I can distinguish between speed and velocity in linear motion situations. #dok2
- I can compare and contrast distance and displacement in examples of motion. #dok2
- I can explain how direction is necessary to determine velocity in linear motion. #dok2
Big Ideas
- Understanding the difference between speed and velocity is key to accurately describing motion.
- Direction and displacement are essential to fully define velocity in linear motion.
Essential Questions
- How is speed different from velocity in describing linear motion?
- Why is direction important when calculating velocity but not speed?
- What are the roles of distance and displacement in linear motion?
- How can you describe an object's motion using both speed and velocity?
- What examples in everyday life demonstrate the difference between speed and velocity?