Physics Chapter 1; Definitions Flashcards

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Vector

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Quantity with size AND direction

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Scalar

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Quantity with ONLY size

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Resultant

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A singular vector with the same effect as 2 or more vectors TOGETHER
Starting point of 1st vector connected to the end point of the 2nd vector

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Equilibrant

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Same magnitude (size) of resultant BUT act in OPPOSITE direction

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