Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Forces

Forces — practice question

Some physical quantities are scalars, whereas other physical quantities are vectors.
(a)[1]

State how a vector quantity is unlike a scalar quantity.

(b)[2]

Circle the vector quantities from the list. acceleration energy mass momentum temperature time speed velocity

(c(i))[1]

Calculate the value of $W$.

(c(ii))[3]

The tension $T$ in the horizontal thread is 8.1 N. Determine graphically the magnitude and the direction, relative to the vertical, of the resultant of $W$ and $T$. Use a scale of 1.0 cm to 1.0 N or larger.

(c(iii))[2]

State and explain how the magnitude and direction of the resultant in (c)(ii) compare with the force on the ring due to the tension in the cord.

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