Physics, Grade 12, University Preparation (SPH4U)
Unit 1: Dynamics - Kinematics
Lesson 1.1 Motion and Motion Graphs
Learning Goals
(what you will learn)
-solve one-dimensional and twodimensional motion problems involving
average speed and average velocity
calculate average acceleration using vector
subtraction in two dimensions
solve projectile motion problems using
components
-solve relative motion problems in two
dimensions
-conduct an inquiry to observe projectile
motion
Success Criteria
(how you will demonstrate/show your
learning)
-make effective study notes that
include the explanations for the key
terms and answers to the Review
Questions
-complete the Unit Worksheets
-successfully complete the Unit Task –
An Extreme Sport
-complete the Unit Self-Quiz
-contribute meaningfully to the Unit 1
Forum on the physics of rollercoasters
-successfully complete the Unit Test
Your Tasks:
1. Read text pages 6-16.
2. Write your own definitions for each key term (kinematics, dynamics, scalar, vector,
position, displacement, average speed, velocity, average velocity, secant, tangent,
instantaneous velocity, instantaneous speed, average acceleration, instantaneous
acceleration) so that you can explain what it means in your own words.
3. Record the Summary Points in your notes from page 16.
4. Complete the Review Questions on page 16. Check your answers.
5. Watch the following videos to deepen your understanding:
SPH4U/Grade 12 Physics: 1.1 & 1.2 Kinematics Terms and the Big 5 Equations
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CtjNMxeuTgM
From China, please open: https://www.bilibili.com/video/BV1Xr4y1c7fk/
SPH4U 1.1 Motion and motion graphs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LGy0qqZ_wP8
From China, please open: https://www.bilibili.com/video/BV1Ma4y1s7Zo/
SPH4U Chapter 1.1 motion and motion graphs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IC58XGCn9CU
From China, please open: https://www.bilibili.com/video/BV1EZ4y1V79U/