Explain the difference between scalar and vector quantities. Exemplify your answer with: a) the quantities distance, displacement, speed and velocity b) two more examples of your own choice from both scalar and vector quantities.

Explain the difference between scalar and vector quantities. Exemplify your answer with: a) the quantities distance, displacement, speed and velocity b) two more examples of your own choice from both scalar and vector quantities.

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