Scalar & Vector Flashcards

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Variable:

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any factor, trait, or condition that can exist in differing amounts or types.

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The physical variables that describe motion are:

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Scalars and Vectors

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Scalars-

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variable that can be specified with only one number

Measures magnitude, how big, how far, how fast etc.

Example: Distance traveled by an object, speed

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Vectors-

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variable that can be specified with more than one number
Measures magnitudes and direction

Example: position, displacement, velocity, acceleration

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