Vectors Flashcards
1
Q
What is a vector
A
A vector is a quantity which has both magnitude and direction
2
Q
What are examples of vector quantities
A
- displacement
- velocity
-acceleration
-force/weight
3
Q
Displacement - description + unit
A
Distance in a particular direction
Unit= metres(m)
4
Q
Velocity - description + unit
A
Rate of change of displacement
Unit- metres per second (ms^-1)
5
Q
Acceleration - description + unit
A
Rate of change of velocity
Unit- metres per second per second (ms^_2)
6
Q
Force/weight - description + unit
A
Described by magnitude , direction and point of application
Unit- newtons(N)
