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4.1.1 Transverse and longitudinal waves
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6.2.1 Alpha, beta, and gamma radiation
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1.2.2 Representing vectors graphically
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1.2.1 Differentiating between scalar and vector quantities
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1.1.3 Converting between units
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What is the base unit for time in the SI system?
Second
What is the base unit for electric current in the SI system?
Ampere
What is the base unit for mass in the SI system?
Kilogram
Why are base units important in the SI system?
They provide a consistent way to measure
quantities
What is the base unit for the amount of substance in the SI system?
Mole
How do base units contribute to the SI system?
They serve as the foundation for all
measurements
What is the base unit for luminous intensity in the SI system?
Candela
What is the standard unit of length in the SI system?
Meter
(m)
Why is the meter important for scientific experiments?
It provides
standardized
measurements
What is the base unit for thermodynamic temperature in the SI system?
Kelvin
What are the main applications of the meter?
Architecture: Designing building layouts
Textiles: Measuring fabric length
Sports: Marking
distances
in races
Science: Conducting
experiments
What is the standard unit of mass in the SI system?
Kilogram
(kg)
What are base units in the SI system?
Fundamental units for
measurement standards
How is the second used in daily life?
For
planning activities
What are the importance and uses of the second?
Importance:
Provides a universal way to measure time
Essential for scheduling activities
Used in
digital clocks
and
computer timing
Uses:
Planning activities in daily life
Measuring
reaction rates
in science
Timing races in sports
Synchronizing
computer functions
in technology
In what daily situations might you use the meter?
Measuring
room sizes
and fabric lengths
What are derived units in relation to base units?
Units formed from
combinations
of base units
How does the meter facilitate international trade?
It ensures
uniform
measurement across countries
Why is the kelvin important in scientific measurements?
Provides consistency across scientific fields
Starts at
absolute zero
(
0 K
)
Used in various applications
What does electric current represent?
Flow of
electric charge
through a
circuit
What is absolute zero in kelvin?
0 K
What are some uses of the ampere?
Powering home appliances (e.g., TVs, refrigerators)
Managing smartphone charging
Designing circuit breakers
Measuring
current
in scientific experiments
Why is the ampere important?
Standardized measurement for
electricity
Essential for
electronic device
design
Prevents
circuit overloads
What are some applications of the kelvin scale?
Weather forecasting: Measuring
air temperature
Engineering: Calculating
engine heat
Scientific research: Conducting experiments at
extreme temperatures
Manufacturing: Controlling
industrial processes
What role does the second play in technology?
Synchronizing computer
functions
Why is consistency in measuring time important in scientific experiments?
It ensures
reliable
and
comparable
results
Why is the kilogram important?
Ensures
consistency
in
scientific
measurements
Useful in everyday activities like cooking
Standardizes measurements for
global
trade
How is the second utilized in sports?
Timing
races
What does the kilogram measure?
Amount of
substance
in an object
What does the second (s) measure?
How long
events
take
What does the kelvin measure?
How
hot
or cold an object is
In engineering, how is kelvin applied?
For
calculating
engine heat
What are the base units in the SI system and their symbols?
Length
: Meter (m)
Mass
:
Kilogram
(kg)
Time
:
Second
(s)
Electric Current
:
Ampere
(A)
Thermodynamic Temperature
:
Kelvin
(K)
Amount of Substance
:
Mole
(mol)
Luminous Intensity:
Candela
(cd)
Why is the mole important in chemistry?
It helps count small particles like
atoms
In what way is the second used in science?
Measuring
reaction rates
What are the key importance aspects of the mole?
Provides a standardized way to count
particles
Allows measurement of substances in manageable
quantities
Essential for understanding and balancing reactions
What is the base unit for length in the SI system?
Meter
What happens at absolute zero?
All
atomic movement
stops
How is kelvin used in weather forecasting?
For measuring
air temperature
How does manufacturing utilize the kelvin scale?
For controlling
industrial processes
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