Physics: Motion: Scalars and Vectors
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What is a vector?
A quantity described by both a magnitude and a direction
What is a scalar?
A quantity described by magnitude only
What symbol is typically used to draw a vector?
Arrow
The 5000 lb. car was sitting in the last parking space on the block
Scalar
The temperature in Hawaii was a pleasant 75 degrees F
Scalar
What is a scalar measurement?
Speed
An airplane was flying 500 MPH due west from NY to California
Vector
The object was pulled down to the earth with the force of 5 Newtons
Vector
The sprinter accelerated towards the finish line at a rate of 5 meters per second squared
Vector
What is a vector measurement?
Velocity