Derivatives: Crash Course Physics #2

Learning Resource Type

Classroom Resource

Subject Area

Science

Grade(s)

9, 10, 11, 12

Overview

This video explores the language of physics and mathematics. Every branch of science has its own way to describe the things that it investigates. And, with physics, that's math. In this episode, Shini talks us through derivatives and how calculus helps us to understand the world around us.

Science (2015) Grade(s): 09-12 - Physics

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Identify external forces in a system and apply Newton’s laws graphically by using models such as free-body diagrams to explain how the motion of an object is affected, ranging from simple to complex, and including circular motion.

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Vocabulary

  • model
  • graph
  • instant
  • interval
  • position
  • velocity
  • acceleration
  • displacement
  • distance
  • speed
  • average speed
  • average velocity
  • kinematic equations
  • analyze
  • slope
  • intercepts
  • vector
  • scalar
  • coordinates
  • origin
  • magnitude
  • units of measure
  • significant figures
  • circular motion
  • centripetal force
  • friction
  • tension
  • normal
  • trigonometric functions
  • perpendicular
  • radius
  • circumference
  • period
  • frequency
  • pi
  • trajectory
  • projectile
  • range
  • free-body diagram
  • force diagram
  • net force
  • inertia
  • action-reaction
  • proportional
  • force
  • mass
  • system

Knowledge

Students know:
  • How to use mathematical computations to solve for net force on an object.
  • How to use mathematical computations to solve for kinematics variables.
  • Appropriate units of measure.
  • How to identify the system.
  • Basic trigonometric functions of sine, cosine and tangent.

Skills

Students are able to:
  • Manipulate equations.
  • Complete mathematical computations.
  • Interpret graphical data.
  • Create graphical representations of data.
  • Follow written and verbal instructions.
  • Draw force diagrams.
  • Identify the forces acting on an object.

Understanding

Students understand that:
  • Net force causes objects to change their motion.

Scientific and Engineering Practices

Developing and Using Models; Using Mathematics and Computational Thinking

Crosscutting Concepts

Systems and System Models

CR Resource Type

Audio/Video

Resource Provider

National Geographic

License Type

Custom

Accessibility

Video resources: includes closed captioning or subtitles
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