Accelerating
Definition
When an object is accelerating, it means that its velocity is changing over time. It can be increasing (positive acceleration) or decreasing (negative acceleration).
Analogy
Imagine riding a roller coaster where you start from rest and gradually increase your speed. This feeling of the roller coaster getting faster is similar to an object accelerating.
Related terms
Speeding Up: When an object's velocity increases over time.
Positive Acceleration: When an object's velocity increases, resulting in positive values for acceleration.
Instantaneous Acceleration: The rate at which an object's velocity changes at a particular moment in time.
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