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Displacement, Velocity, and Acceleration in Two Dimensions - General Physics

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Overview

Learn about displacement, velocity, and acceleration in two dimensions in this 12-minute physics lesson. Explore the fundamentals of 2D kinematics through a practical problem-solving approach. Discover how to calculate 2D velocity and displacement, and understand the method of treating x and y components independently. Gain insights into the Pythagorean theorem's application in 2D motion calculations. Prepare for upcoming projectile motion concepts by mastering the technique of analyzing x and y dimensions separately. Follow along with time-stamped sections covering lesson introduction, 2D motion basics, kinematics calculations, and independent dimension treatment.

Syllabus

Lesson Introduction
Introduction to Motion in Two Dimensions
Introduction to Kinematics Calculations in Two Dimensions
Treating the x-Dimension and y-Dimension Independently

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