SPEED VS VELOCITY DIFFERENCE
Here we have listed the difference between speed and velocity in tabular form with examples.
Speed |
Velocity |
Definition: SPEED is defined as the distance traveled by a body per
unit time. |
Definition: VELOCITY is defined as the distance traveled by a body
per unit time in a given direction. |
SPEED is defined as the rate of change of distance. |
VELOCITY is defined as the rate of change of displacement. |
SPEED is used to find out “ how fast an object is moving ”. |
VELOCITY is used to find out “ what is the direction for moving
object ”. |
SPEED is a scalar quantity as it has only magnitude. |
VELOCITY is a vector quantity as it has both magnitudes as well as
direction. |
SPEED is always positive. |
VELOCITY can be positive or negative. |
SPEED for a moving object can never be zero. |
VELOCITY for a moving object can be zero if the body returns to its
initial position. |
SPEED = Distance / Time |
VELOCITY = Displacement / Time |
SPEED is denoted by s or v. |
VELOCITY is denoted by v or v and a cap or arrow above
it. |
S.I. Unit – m/s |
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Dimension – LT-1 |
If you are still in doubt refer to the video link: Difference between speed and velocity in tabular form with examples.
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