Vector Addition

Vector Addition

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Physics

10th - 12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the two main components of a vector?

Back

Direction and magnitude.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a resultant vector?

Back

A resultant vector is equal to the sum of two or more vectors.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do you calculate the direction of a vector given its x and y components?

Back

Use the formula: θ = tan⁻¹(y/x).

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the formula for finding the magnitude of a resultant vector from two vectors?

Back

Magnitude = √(x² + y²).

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the term 'magnitude' refer to in the context of vectors?

Back

Magnitude refers to the length or size of the vector.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the significance of the direction in vector addition?

Back

The direction determines how vectors combine and affect the resultant vector.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

If vector A has a y component of 12 units and an x component of 7 units, what is the direction of vector A?

Back

θ = tan⁻¹(12/7).

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