Vectors and Scalars

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What is the definition of a scalar?

Back

Something that has only a magnitude.

Front

Scalars have ____ but no ____

Back

Magnitude - Direction.

Front

I have 5 apples is an example of....

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A scalar.

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What is the definition of a vector?

Back

Something that has a magnitude and a direction.

Front

What is the vector quantity for the change in position?

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Displacement.

Front

What is the difference between a scalar and a vector?

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Scalars have only magnitude; vectors have both magnitude and direction.

Front

Give an example of a scalar quantity.

Back

Temperature.

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Give an example of a vector quantity.

Back

Force.

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What is the unit of measurement for displacement?

Back

Meters (m).

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What is speed?

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The distance traveled per unit of time, a scalar quantity.