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If a vector $\vec{A}$ makes an angles $\alpha$, $\beta$ and $\gamma$ respectively with the $x$, $y$ and $z$ axes respectively. Then $sin^{2}\alpha+sin^{2}\beta+sin^{2}\gamma$ is equal to

Updated On: Jul 6, 2022
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The Correct Option is C

Solution and Explanation

$ cos^{2}\,\alpha+cos^{2}\,\beta+cos^{2}\,\gamma=1$ $\left(1-sin^{2}\,\alpha\right)+\left(1-sin^{2}\beta\right)+\left(1-sin^{2}\gamma\right)=1$ or $sin^{2}\alpha+sin^{2}\beta+sin^{2}\gamma=3-1=2$
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Concepts Used:

Motion in a Plane

It is a vector quantity. A vector quantity is a quantity having both magnitude and direction. Speed is a scalar quantity and it is a quantity having a magnitude only. Motion in a plane is also known as motion in two dimensions. 

Equations of Plane Motion

The equations of motion in a straight line are:

v=u+at

s=ut+½ at2

v2-u2=2as

Where,

  • v = final velocity of the particle
  • u = initial velocity of the particle
  • s = displacement of the particle
  • a = acceleration of the particle
  • t = the time interval in which the particle is in consideration