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1.1 Scalars vs. Vectors

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Scalars

A scalar is a quantity that is fully described by a single value, called a magnitude, and has no direction. These include such quantities such as mass, time, and speed.

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  1. 1.1Scalars vs. VectorsThis lesson
  2. 1.2Quantifying MotionPreview lesson
  3. 1.3Kinematic EquationsPreview lesson
  4. 1.4Graphing MotionPreview lesson
  5. 1.5Relative MotionPreview lesson
  6. 1.62D KinematicsPreview lesson

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