Vectors Flashcards
1
Q
Ways to represent a vector quantity
A
- bold letters
- letters with arrow above
- straight line w/arrowhead
2
Q
The coordinate systems
A
- Rectangular coordinate system
- Geographic coordinate system
3
Q
the parallel projection of the vector in x-axis (East/West)
A
x-component
4
Q
the parallel projection of the vector in y-axis (North/South)
A
y-component
5
Q
the magnitude of a vector is written as
A
m
6
Q
What are unit vectors?
A
vectors with a magnitude of 1
7
Q
What is the purpose of a unit vector?
A
To point or describe the direction of the vector.
