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Vector Algebra

Science > Physics > Scalars and Vectors > Vector Algebra Resultant of Vectors: A resultant vector is defined as a single vector whose effect is the same as the combined effect of two or more vectors. Notes: The two vectors to be added should have the same nature. i.e. force can be added to force and […]

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Scalars and Vectors

Science > Physics > Scalars and Vectors > Scalars and Vectors In this article, we shall study scalars and vectors, their characteristics. Scalar Quantities or Scalars: The physical quantities which have magnitude only and which can be specified by a number and unit only are called scalar quantities or scalars. For e.g. when we are […]

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Angular Displacement, Velocity, and Acceleration

Science > Physics > Circular Motion > Angular Displacement, Velocity, and Acceleration Angular Displacement: For a particle performing a circular motion the angle, traced by the radius vector at the centre of the circular path in a given time is called the angular displacement of the particle at that time. It is denoted by ‘θ’. Its […]

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Introduction to Circular Motion

Science > Physics > Circular Motion > Introduction Concept of Circular Motion: The motion of a particle along the circumference of a circle is called circular motion. It is a translational motion along a curved path. Examples: The motion of the earth around the sun. The motion of a satellite around the planet. The motion of […]