2.3 Scalar And Vector Quantites Flashcards
1
Q
What is a vector quantity
A
One with both magnitude ( size ) and direction
2
Q
What is a scalar quantity
A
One that has only magnitude
3
Q
7 examples of vector quantities are…
A
Displacement, velocity, acceleration, force, momentum, torque and moment of a force
4
Q
9 examples of a scalar quantities are…
A
Distance, speed, mass, temperature, time, pressure, energy work done and power
