Scalars and Vectors Flashcards
1
Q
What is a scalar?
A
It is something with just magnitude.
2
Q
What is a vector?
A
It is something with magnitude and direction.
3
Q
What is distance?
A
A scalar.
4
Q
What is displacement?
A
A vector.
5
Q
What is speed?
A
A scalar.
6
Q
What is velocity?
A
A vector.
7
Q
What is acceleration?
A
A vector.
8
Q
What is the difference between distance and displacement?
A
Distance is just a quantity, displacement is a quantity in a certain direction.
9
Q
What is the difference between speed and velocity?
A
Speed is just a quantity, velocity is a quantity in a certain direction.
