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What is the difference between a scalar and a vector? Give examples
A scalar (eg. speed) is a quantity with magnitude (size). A vector (eg. velocity) has both direction and magnitude
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Name 3 non-contact forces
Gravity, electrostatic forces and magnetic forces
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What is the equation linking weight, mass and gravitational field strength?
W=mg, weight is directily proportional to mass
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What is the equation linking work done, force and distance moved in the direction of said force?
W=Fs
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What is the equation linking force, the spring constant and the extension of a spring?
F=ke
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What happens when a spring passes its limit of proportionality?
It is permanently deformed
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What is the equation linking moment, force and distance
M=Fd (d=perpendicular distance from the pivot)
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What is the equation for pressure in a fluid?
P=F/A. Pressure is measured in Pascals, Pa
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