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If the component of vector A along the direction of vector B is zero, what can you conclude about these two vectors?
A vector is a mathematical object that has both magnitude (size) and direction. It is typically denoted by an arrow pointing in the direction of the vector, with the length of the arrow representing the magnitude.
Vectors are used in a variety of scientific fields, including physics, engineering, and computer science. They are used to represent quantities such as force, velocity, and acceleration, and are often used in mathematical models and calculations.
A scalar is a quantity that has only magnitude, while a vector has both magnitude and direction. For example, temperature is a scalar quantity, while velocity is a vector quantity.
Vectors can be represented in a variety of ways, including using Cartesian coordinates (x, y, z), polar coordinates (magnitude and angle), or using mathematical notation (a column or row of numbers).
Yes, vectors can be added or subtracted using mathematical operations. When adding or subtracting vectors, both the magnitude and direction must be taken into account.