Define the term inertia with respect to motion. Give some examples.
The tendency of a body to remain in its state of uniform motion in a straight line, unless acted upon by an external force is called ‘inertia of motion’.
Examples:
(i) An athelete runs for certain distance before taking a jump so that inertia of motion may help to take a longer jump.
(ii) If a horse running fast suddenly stops, the rider is thrown forward if he is not firmly seated.