Vectors and Scalars
Explore the fundamental differences between vectors and scalars, including definitions, examples, and calculations for Grade 10 science students.
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Vectors and Scalars Worksheet
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Show all your work for calculation questions.
1. Which of the following is a scalar quantity?
Velocity
Force
Speed
Acceleration
2. A vector quantity is defined by having both magnitude and:
Mass
Direction
Time
Temperature
3. The total distance covered by an object is a quantity, while its displacement is a quantity.
4. is an example of a scalar quantity that describes how fast an object is moving, without considering its direction.
5. Temperature is a vector quantity because it can be positive or negative.
True
False
6. The acceleration of an object is always a vector quantity.
True
False
7. Differentiate between distance and displacement, providing an example for each.
8. A car travels 100 km North, then turns around and travels 20 km South. What is the car's total distance traveled and its displacement?
Match each physical quantity with its type (Vector or Scalar).
9. Mass
a. Vector
10. Weight
b. Scalar
11. Time
12. Momentum
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