Scalar and Vector Quantities
An introduction to the distinction between scalar and vector quantities, focusing on distance, displacement, speed, and velocity. Students will learn to represent vectors using scale diagrams.
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An introduction to the distinction between scalar and vector quantities, focusing on distance, displacement, speed, and velocity. Students will learn to represent vectors using scale diagrams.
Key Questions
- What is the difference between a scalar and a vector?
- How do distance and displacement differ?
- How can we represent forces graphically?
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