Scalars & Vectors Flashcards
1
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Quantity that can only be described by its magnitude such as time, mass, and temperature.
A
SCALARS
2
Q
A physical quantity characterized by both magnitude and direction.
Velocity, acceleration, force, momentum, and electric field.
A
VECTORS
3
Q
There are two (2) ways in adding vectors using graphical representation, what are these two?
A
- Parallelogram Method
- Polygon Method
4
Q
Use in adding two vectors.
A
PARALLELOGRAM METHOD
5
Q
- Also known as the head-to-tail method.
- Use in adding two or more vectors.
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POLYGON METHOD
6
Q
This method eliminates the chances of human errors related to the measuring and plotting of vectors when the graphical method is employed.
A
Addition of Vectors using the Analytical Method
