Vectors And Scalars

Question 1

What is a vector quantity

Answer 1

A physical quantity that is described by its magnitude (how big something is) and direction

Question 2

What is a scalar quantity

Answer 2

Physical quantity that is described by its magnitude

Question 3

List some common vectors

Answer 3

Velocity,displacement,momentum,force,acceleration and weight

Question 4

List some common scalars

Answer 4

Mass,distance,speed,temperature,pressure, work done,power

Question 5

Explain how scalars and vectors are different

Answer 5

Vector quantities have two characteristics, a magnitude and a direction. Scalar quantities have only a magnitude.