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Scaler quantity ~

Physical quantities which needs only magnitude to express itself, and doesn't need any specific direction.

  • it's calculations can be performed using simple algebraic methods

Example - Speed, Distance, time, mass, and so on.

Vector quantity ~

Physical quantities which needs magnitude as well as direction to express itself, and follows vector law of addition.

  • It's calculations Can't be performed through simple algebraic methods, vector algebra is required.

Example - force, acceleration, velocity, and so on.

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