Question on: JAMB Physics - 2022

Which of the following is a scalar quantity?

A

weight

B

momentum

C

potential energy

D

displacement

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Correct Option: C

Vector quantities have magnitude and direction. Scalar quantities have only a magnitude.

Examples of vector quantities:

  • weight
  • displacement
  • acceleration
  • force
  • momentum

Examples of scalar quantities:

  • distance
  • mass
  • speed
  • energy
  • time
  • volume

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