scalar and vector quantities Flashcards

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What are scalars

A

The only have magnitude (size)

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What are some examples of scalars

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speed, distance, mass, time, temperature, charge

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What are vectors

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Have both magnitude (size) AND direction

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What are some examples of vectors

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acceleration, velocity, displacement, force (don’t get confused if they name a force such as weight because this will still be a vector) and momentum

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What are the 2 forces acting on an object when it falls

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Drag and air resistance OR gravitational force and weight

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