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Scalars And Vectors Flashcards

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What r the formulas for gas pressure

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P=F/A pressure =force/area

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What is a scalar

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A quantity with magnitude only

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What is a vector

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A quantity with magnitude (size) and direction

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Give 4 examples of scalars and vectors

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Scalar:
Distance
Volume 
Mass
Speed
Vector:
Acceleration 
Displacement 
Force
Velocity 
Weight
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What is the formula for acceleration?

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a=v-u/t
Acceleration =final speed-initial speed/time

(Vxv)-(uxu)=2xaxX
X=distance

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What is hookes law

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F=Kx

Force=spring constant x extension

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