Scalars And Vectors Flashcards

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1
Q

What does a scalar quantity have?

A

A size

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2
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Give an example of a scalar quantity

A

Distance
Speed
Mass
Temperature

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3
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What do a vector quantity have?

A

Size and a direction

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4
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What is a displacement?

A

The starting point to the finishing point

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5
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What is the distance of a circle with the start and end points being a point on the circle

A

2πr

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6
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What is the displacement of a circle with the start and end points being a point on the circle

A

0

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7
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Give an example of a vector quantity

A

Velocity
Acceleration
Displacement

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8
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What is another word for size of a quantity?

A

Magnitude

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