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Q: What is true of newtons first law the law of inertia it only describes objects in motion it only describes objects at rest?
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Which of newtons laws of motion best illustrated the principle of inertia?

Newton's first law of motion states and describes the principleof inertia. But none of his laws of motion illustratesanything.


Which of newtons laws of motion deals with objects in motion stayin in straight-line motion is called what?

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What is newtons first law of motion also called?

Law of Inertia.


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What is the answer of inertia?

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Name of newtons first law of motion?

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What is Another name for newtons first law of motion?

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Why is Newtons First Law of Motion called the Law of Inertia?

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What is newtons 2nd law in motion?

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What does newtons law of inertia apply to?

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