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1.6 2D Kinematics

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2 Dimensions

Previously, we have only dealt with motion in 1 dimension. Two-dimensional (2D) Kinematics involves analyzing the motion of objects in a plane, typically using the x and y axes. This allows you to study the motion in both horizontal and vertical directions simultaneously.

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6 lessons

  1. 1.1Scalars vs. VectorsPreview lesson
  2. 1.2Quantifying MotionPreview lesson
  3. 1.3Kinematic EquationsPreview lesson
  4. 1.4Graphing MotionPreview lesson
  5. 1.5Relative MotionPreview lesson
  6. 1.62D KinematicsThis lesson

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