Vectors and Scalars
Discover the principles and operations of scalars and vectors such as graphical and algebraic techniques of vector addition, finding magnitude with Pythagoras theorem, and resultant force on a submarine.
Topics explored include mathematical skills for science, physical quantities and units, scientific method, scalars and vectors as well as vectors in two dimensions.
Scalars and Vectors
Graphical Representation of Vectors
Drawing Vectors
Properties of Vectors
Adding Vectors
Subtracting Vectors
Resultant Vector
Graphical Techniques of Vector Addition
Examples on Vector Addition
Algebraic Techniques of Vector Addition
Summary and Main Ideas
Resultant of Perpendicular Vectors
Compass Directions and Bearings
Resultant Vector Continued
Magnitude of the Resultant
Sketching Tail-to-Tail Method
Closed Vector Diagrams
Finding Magnitude With Pythagoras Theorem
Graphical Methods Continued
Example on Graphical Methods
Resultant Force on a Submarine
Algebraic Methods Continued
Components of Vectors
Vector Addition Using Components
Adding Vectors Using Components
Resultant Using Vectors
Summary and Main Ideas
Common Physical Quantities
Common Physical Quantities Continued
Force Board Experiment