What are scalar and vector quantities? Give two examples for each?

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Scalar quantities :
The physical quantity that has only magnitude but no direction is called scalar quantities.
Examples: Mass, energy, distance, and speed.
Vector Quantities :
The physical quantity that has both magnitude and direction is called a vector quantity.
Example: Displacement, velocity, and acceleration.

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