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Vectors vs Scalars
Vectors vs Scalars
What’s the actual difference between a vector and a scalar?
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Sep 01, 2025
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A scalar has only magnitude (like speed = 60 km/h), while a vector has both magnitude and direction (velocity = 60 km/h north). Scalars tell you "how much," vectors tell you "how much and where."
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