Physics for Scientists and Engineers: A Strategic Approach with Modern Physics (3rd Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0321740904
ISBN 13: 978-0-32174-090-8

Chapter 3 - Vectors and Coordinate Systems - Conceptual Questions - Page 82: 5

Answer

A vector with zero magnitude and any arbitrary direction is called zero vector.

Work Step by Step

A vector whose initial and final points are coincident is called $ zero \space vector$ or $null \space vector$. Magnitude of zero vector is zero and it can have any arbitrary direction.
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