ClimateAugust 26, 2026

kinematic

KIN-uh-MAT-ik

Definition

Relating to the motion of objects or systems without consideration of the forces that cause the motion.

Etymology

Derived from the Greek word 'kinematikos', meaning 'of motion', which comes from 'kinein' meaning 'to move'. It entered English in the 19th century as a scientific term for the study of pure motion.

In the news

In this article, kinematic data refers to measurements of how the rock glaciers move and deform over time, which helps scientists understand their physical activity.

Scientists map rock glaciers on plateau

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China Daily

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