Distance, Displacement, Speed And Velocity Flashcards
1
Q
What does a scalar quantity mean?
A
It has a magnitude but no direction.
2
Q
What are some examples of scalar quantities?
A
Speed, distance, mass, energy and time.
3
Q
What does a vector quantity mean?
A
It has a magnitude and direction.
4
Q
What are some examples of vector quantities?
A
Velocity, force, displacement, acceleration, weight and momentum.
5
Q
What does an object moving in a circle have?
A
It has a constantly changing velocity, as the direction is always changing.
6
Q
What is the equation for speed?
A
Speed = distance / time
7
Q
What is the equation for velocity?
A
Velocity = displacement / time
