Position

Definition

Position refers to an object's location in space relative to a reference point. It is usually described using coordinates or distances from fixed points.

Related terms

Displacement:

Displacement measures how far an object has moved from its initial position in a straight line. It does not consider the path taken.

Distance Traveled:

Distance traveled refers to the total length covered by an object during its motion, regardless of direction.

Speed:

Speed is defined as how fast an object moves without considering its direction. It is calculated by dividing distance traveled by time taken.