Vectors and scalars Flashcards
1
Q
What is a vector
A
A physical quantity that has both size and direction
2
Q
List 5 vector vector quantities
A
displacement, velocity, acceleration, power and weight
3
Q
What is a scalar
A
Physical quantities that have size only
4
Q
List 5 scalar quantities
A
time, mass, distance, speed and charge
5
Q
What is a resultant
A
the single vector that has the same effect as two more vectors together
6
Q
What is an equilibrant
A
The vector that has the same magnitude as the resultant but acts in the opposite direction
