IEB definitions Physics (Vectors and Scalars) Flashcards
1
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Vector
A
A physical quantity that has both magnitude and direction
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Scalar
A
A physical quantity that has only magnitude
3
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Resultant vector
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A single vector which has the same effect as the original vectors acting together
4
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Distance
A
Length of path traveled (S)
5
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Displacement
A
Change in position (V)
6
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Speed
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Rate of change of distance (S)
7
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Velocity
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Rate of displacement (V)
8
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Acceleration
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Rate of change of velocity (V)
9
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Free fall
A
Motion of an object under the influence of gravity alone, without any other forces acting on it.
