Vectors and Scalars Flashcards
What is a Vector?
A vectors is a physical quantity that has both magnitude and direction.
What is a Scalar?
A scalar is a physical quantity that has magnitude only?
What is a Resultant vector?
A single vector that has the same effect as the original vectors acting toghter.
what is Distance?
Distance is the length of the path traveled.
What is displacement?
Displacement is the change in position.
What is speed?
rate of change of distance.
What is velocity?
Rate of change of position.
What is acceleration?
Rate of change of velocity.
What is Kinetic Friction?
Kinetic friction is the frictional force experienced by an object when it is moving across a surface of contact.
What is Static Friction?
Static friction is the frictional force exerted by the surface of an object onto the surface of contact without any motion taking place.
