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Scalar quantities are fully described by which of the following?
a magnitude and a polarity |
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a magnitude and a direction |
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a direction only |
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a magnitude only |
Velocity and displacement are vector quantities which means each is fully described by both a magnitude and a direction. In contrast, scalar quantities are quantities that are fully described by a magnitude only. A variable indicating a vector quantity will often be shown with an arrow symbol: \(\vec{v}\)
The angle of reflection is equal to which the following?
focal point |
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angle of incidence |
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refractive index |
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90° |
The law of reflection specifies how waves, including light waves, bounce off of surfaces. Specifically, the angle of incidence of the approaching wave is equal to the angle of reflection of the reflected wave as measured from a line perpendicular (90°) to the surface.
Which of the following is not a method of heat transfer?
conduction |
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reflection |
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convection |
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radiation |
Heat is always transferred from warmer to cooler environments through conduction, convection, or radiation.
This skeletal system is common in arthropods like insects, spiders, and crustaceans.
endoskeleton |
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exoskeleton |
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vertebrate |
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bone |
An exoskeleton (external skeleton) is common in arthropods like insects, spiders, and crustaceans.
Materials like metals that transfer heat efficiently are called:
conductors |
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insulators |
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reflectors |
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refractors |
Heat is always transferred from warmer to cooler environments and conduction is the simplest way this transfer can occur. It is accomplished through direct contact between materials and materials like metals that transfer heat efficiently are called conductors while those that conduct heat poorly, such as plastic, are called insulators.