Question

Derive an expression for cross product of two vectors and express it in determinant form.

Answer 1

Expression for cross product of two vectors:

i. Let two vectors \(\vec R\) and \(\vec Q\) be represented in magnitude and direction by,

ii. Cross product of vector \(\overset\rightarrow{R}\) and \(\overset\rightarrow{Q}\) is given by,

iii. Determinant form of cross product of two vectors \(\vec R\) and \(\vec Q\) is given by,