Q122 / 180 · KCET 2014 · Physics

Which of the following is not a vector quantity?

A
Weight
B
Nuclear spin
C
Momentum
Correct answer
D
Potential energy

Solution

A vector is a quantity that is fully described by both magnitude and direction.
A scalar is a quantity that is fully described by magnitude only.
Among the given quantities potential energy is not a vector quantity.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'D'.

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