Scalar and Vector Quantities

• What are scalar quantities?

  Scalar quantities have magnitude only and do not have a direction.
• What is meant by magnitude in the context of scalar quantities?

  Magnitude refers to the size of the quantity.
• Why does distance qualify as a scalar quantity?

  Because it provides no information about direction.
• How does stating a distance differ from stating a displacement?

  Distance does not indicate direction, whereas displacement does.
• What is the definition of displacement?

  Displacement is distance in a specific direction.
• How can a vector quantity be represented?

  By an arrow, with length representing magnitude and direction indicating direction.
• How does the representation of vectors using arrows help in understanding their properties?

  • Length of the arrow represents magnitude
  • Direction of the arrow indicates direction
• What will be covered in the topic on forces related to vectors?

  Vectors will be explored in the context of forces.