vectors and scalars Flashcards
1
Q
quantities can be one of two types:
A
scalar or vector
2
Q
define scalar
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quantities that have only a magnitude
3
Q
define vector
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quantities that have both magnitude and direction.
4
Q
give 5 examples of scalar quantities.
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1) distance
2) speed
3) time
4) energy
5) mass
5
Q
give 6 examples of vector quantities.
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1) displacement
2) velocity
3) acceleration
4) force
5) weight
6) momentum