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GCSE Combined Science · key term
A vector diagram in which arrow lengths represent force magnitudes according to a stated scale.
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Specification P2.2e · Physics Paper 1
Revise: Vector Diagrams and EquilibriumIn a scale drawing, these lengths have a precise meaning. For example, with a scale of 1 cm representing 2 N, a 6 N force is drawn as a 3 cm arrow. Choose a scale that makes the arrows large enough to draw and measure accurately, while still fitting on the page.
Physics, Combined Science
A vector diagram in which arrow lengths represent force magnitudes using a stated conversion, such as 1 cm representing 10 N.
Do not add the magnitudes of perpendicular forces directly. Use the scale drawing.
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A scale drawing makes arrow lengths represent specific force magnitudes. Suppose two forces act on an object: 60 N to the right and 20 N to the left. Choose a scale of 1 cm represents 10 N.
