Physics 5.1.1 Flashcards
1
Q
All Quantities can be one of two types: (2)
A
-Scalar.
-Vector.
2
Q
What are ‘Scalars’?
A
Scalars are Quantities that only have a Magnitude.
3
Q
Define ‘Magnitude’:
A
The Numerical Value of a Quantity.
4
Q
What are ‘Vectors’?
A
Vectors are Quantities that have both Direction & Magnitude.
5
Q
Velocity is a ___ Quantity.
A
Vector.
6
Q
Distance is a ___ Quantity.
A
Scalar.
7
Q
Displacement is a ___ Quantity.
A
Vector.
8
Q
What can be used to Represent Vectors?
A
Arrows.
9
Q
The Length of the Arrow Represents the ___ of the Vector.
A
Magnitude.
10
Q
The Direction of the Arrow Indicates the ___ of the Vector.
A
Direction.
