Δx (Delta x - symbol for displacement)
Definition
Δx represents the change in position or displacement between two points. It is commonly used in physics equations to quantify how far an object has moved from its initial position.
Analogy
Imagine you are playing a video game and your character moves from one point on the map to another. The distance between these two points is represented by Δx, showing how much your character has traveled within the game world.
Related terms
Velocity (v): The rate at which an object changes its position with respect to time.
Acceleration (a): The rate at which an object's velocity changes with respect to time.
Position-Time Graph: A graph that shows how an object's position changes over time.
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