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Scalars and Vectors Flashcards

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Scalar

A

Have a magnitude but no direction

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Vector

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Have magnitude and direction

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Scalar Examples

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Length, area, volume
Mass
Distance
Time 
Work 
Energy
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Vector Examples

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Displacement
Velocity
Weight, force
Momentum

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What must you remember to do when resolving vectors?

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Give a bearing

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