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I/GCSE Physics - Vectors

Edexcel Physics Vectors

July 9, 2021

Vectors and Velocity🚙

Some quantities are vectors. They have a direction as well as size. Vectors include:

  • displacement
  • velocity
  • force
  • acceleration

You will have to know these examples in I/GCSE Physics.

Calculating Speed🧐

Speed is calculated from a distance and time.

Speed (m/s) = distance (m) ÷ time (s)

This can also be written in the traingle formula.

Distance-time graphs📉

The gradient (slope) of the line shows us how fast something is moving.

If a horizontal line is present on the graph it means that the object is stationary.

  • Steeper Gradient = faster rate of speed.

Reference: https://cdn1.byjus.com/physics/2017/10/07044502/Distance-Time-Graph-uniform-velocity1.png

Drafted by Catrina (Physics)