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It can be a force or the absence of a force. A body at rest remains at rest unless it is acted on by a force. But, a body in motion will continue to move at a constant velocity (change its position) unless it is acted by a force.

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Can energy change something in an object?

Yes, energy can change something in an object by either transferring heat to it, causing it to move, or altering its chemical composition. This change can manifest as increased temperature, a change in position, or a transformation in the object's physical or chemical properties.


How you describe the motion of the object?

When it changes position or something to do with the speed.


A change in position of an object is it?

A change in position of an object is called displacement. It is the vector quantity that represents the difference between the final position and the initial position of the object.


What is the measurement of an object by its change in position called?

It is called "displacement" - the net change in distance and position.


When an object's position does change what is the change called?

When an object's position changes, it is referred to as motion. Motion is the change in position of an object over time relative to a reference point.


Does reflection change the position of an object?

No, reflection does not change the position of an object. When light reflects off an object, it bounces back without altering the object's position.


Do we mean by displaces?

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What kind of force can change an object's position?

The force that can change an object's position is an unbalanced force.


What is an object's overall change in position called?

Displacement is the overall change in position


Change in position of one object compared to the position of another?

The change in position of an object compared to a reference point(another object) is called motion.


How far something travels?

The distance something travels depends on factors such as speed, time, and direction. It can range from a few centimeters to thousands of kilometers, depending on these variables.


Motion is a change in?

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