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Which of the following best describes a scalar quantity?
Which of the following best describes a scalar quantity?
What is the unit of measurement for distance?
What is the unit of measurement for distance?
What is the formula for speed?
What is the formula for speed?
Which of the following is an example of a scalar quantity?
Which of the following is an example of a scalar quantity?
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Mass is defined as which of the following?
Mass is defined as which of the following?
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Flashcards
Scalar quantity
Scalar quantity
A physical quantity described only by its magnitude.
Distance
Distance
The shortest space between two points.
Unit of Distance
Unit of Distance
Meter or foot.
Speed
Speed
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Mass
Mass
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Study Notes
Physical Quantities
- Physical quantities are grouped into scalar and vector quantities.
- Scalar quantities are defined by magnitude only.
- Examples of scalar quantities: Distance, speed, mass.
Distance
- Distance is the shortest space (𝑑𝑥 or 𝑑) between two points.
- Units: meters or feet.
Speed
- Speed is the rate of change of distance with time.
- Speed = Distance / Time.
Mass
- Mass is the quantity of matter in a body.
- Mass is measured.
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Test your knowledge on physical quantities with this quiz! It covers scalar and vector quantities, focusing on definitions and examples of distance, speed, and mass. Challenge yourself to see how well you understand these fundamental concepts in physics.
