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Vectors

A vector is a quantity with magnitude and direction, represented as an ordered tuple of components; addition and scalar multiplication act componentwise and obey the vector-space axioms. In graphics, 3D vectors encode positions, directions, offsets, and colors alike.

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Linear Algebra Vector Definition: Arrows and Number Lists in XY Plane

A vector is formally defined within linear algebra as a mathematical object that possesses properties allowing for sensible addition and scalar multiplication operations, subsuming distinct perspecti…