Time interval

Definition

The duration between two events, measured in seconds (s).

Used by OCR

Specification P2.1a · Paper 1 (Foundation), Paper 3 (Higher)

Describing motion begins with two measurements: a distance and a time interval. Distance is measured between two clearly identified positions. A time interval is measured between two clearly identified events, such as an object crossing a start line and then a finish line.
Revise: Measuring distance and time

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GCSE Physics · key term

The duration between two events, measured in seconds (s).

Used by OCR

Specification P2.1a · Paper 1 (Foundation), Paper 3 (Higher)

Describing motion begins with two measurements: a distance and a time interval. Distance is measured between two clearly identified positions. A time interval is measured between two clearly identified events, such as an object crossing a start line and then a finish line.
Revise: Measuring distance and time

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