Understanding Vectors: Definition, Types, and Applications
Vectors are mathematical objects with magnitude and direction, essential in math and physics for describing phenomena and solving problems. Represented as arrows, they have properties like magnitude, direction, and equality. Types include geometric, algebraic, zero, unit, position, co-planar, and collinear vectors. Operations include addition, scalar multiplication, dot and cross products. Applications span physics, engineering, computer science, and math. Vector spaces involve concepts like linear independence, basis, and dimension. Tools like NumPy, MATLAB, and R facilitate vector operations.