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explain the differences between scalar and vector quantities.
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scalar quantities have only magnitude or size, while vector quantities have both magnitude and direction. scalar quantities can be expressed in numbers, while vector quantities require a direction to be expressed accurately. examples of scalars include mass, temperature, and time, while examples of vectors include force, velocity, and momentum.
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