Question

what is scalar quantity????_____??​

Answer 1

Answer:

scalar quantity in physics is one that can be described by a single element of a number field such as a real number, often accompanied by units of measurement.

A scalar is usually said to be a physical quantity that only has magnitude, possibly a sign, and no other characteristics

Answer 2

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• A physical quantity that is completely described on the basis of magnitude is called a scalar quantity.

• to understand well :- scalar quantity contains only magnitude and no direction. Magnitude means Value+unit.
• Examples of scalar quantity :- Distance, speed, mass, etc.

Additional Information:-

• A physical quantity that contains both magnitude, as well as direction, is termed a vector quantity.
• Example:- Acceleration, momentum, displacement, etc.