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16 Cards in this Set
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SI base unit for time |
Second |
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SI base unit for length |
Meter |
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SI base unit for mass |
Kilogram |
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SI base unit for temperature |
Kelvin |
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Adding a prefix to a unit does what |
Better describes the range of possible measurements |
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What is a derived unit |
Unit defined by a combination of base units, g/cm3 |
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Equation for density |
Mass/volume |
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Equations |
D=m/v M=dv V=m/d |
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Scientific notation |
Express any number as a number between 1 and 9 |
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Multiplication rules for scientific notation |
Add exponents |
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Subtraction rules for scientific notation |
Evaluate then add |
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Division rules for scientific notation |
Subtract exponents |
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Addition rules for scientific notation |
Evaluate exponents then add |
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Conversion factor |
Ratio of equivalent values having different values |
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Calculation for percent error |
Error=experimental value - accepted value |
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Significant figures |
All known digits plus one estimated digit |
