Vectors and Motion Definitions Flashcards
1
Q
vector
A
physical quantity that has both magnitude and direction
2
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scalar
A
physical quantity that has magnitude only
3
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resultant vector
A
the single vector which has the same effect as the original vectors acting together
4
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distance
A
length of path traveled
5
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displacement
A
change in position
6
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speed
A
rate of change of distance
7
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velocity
A
rate of change of displacement
8
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acceleration
A
rate of change of velocity
