All the vector operations we have considered thus far are applicable to functions commonly referred to as fields. A field is a function that describes a physical quantity at all points in space. A ...

on bearing 055 (55º East of North). The term acceleration can refer to a scalar acceleration or an acceleration vector. So far, we have only met scalar acceleration, eg \(5 m\,s^{-2}\).

The second unit delves into the algebra of operators and their types and also explains the equivalence between the algebra of vector operators and the algebra of matrices. Formulation of eigen vectors ...

The questions in this quiz are suitable for GCSE physics students studying scalar quantities, vector quantities and calculations involving forces. If you struggled with the quiz, don't panic - we ...

are scalar processors. This type of processor is known as a "single instruction stream single data stream" (SISD) CPU. Contrast with vector processor. See scalar. THIS DEFINITION IS FOR PERSONAL ...