Vectors and Scalars: Guide two astronauts on a mission to Mars

Welcome to the Vectors and Scalars simulation. Here you will be introduced to the fundamental physical quantities of displacement, distance, speed, and velocity. You will understand the difference between a vector and scalar quantity and identify the magnitude and direction of a vector. Are you ready to direct a mission of astronauts on the surface of Mars? Below is a list of relevant theory pages:

• Coordinate systems
• Cartesian coordinate plane
• Vectors and scalars
• Distance and displacement
• Speed and velocity
• The addition of vectors
• The Pythagorean theorem
• Vector components