Scientific Measurement

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What is the base unit for length in the metric system?

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The base unit for length in the metric system is meters.

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What is the base unit for measuring volume?

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The base unit for measuring volume is liters.

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Convert 0 K to Celsius.

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0 K is equal to -273 C.

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Express the diameter of a carbon atom (0.000 000 000 154 m) in scientific notation.

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The diameter of a carbon atom in scientific notation is 1.54 x 10^-10 m.

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What does precision refer to in measurements?

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Precision refers to how close a group of measurements are to each other.

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What is the base unit for mass in the metric system?

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The base unit for mass in the metric system is grams.

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What is the formula for converting Celsius to Kelvin?

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The formula for converting Celsius to Kelvin is K = C + 273.

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What is the significance of significant figures in scientific measurement?

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Significant figures indicate the precision of a measurement.

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What is the difference between accuracy and precision?

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Accuracy refers to how close a measurement is to the true value, while precision refers to the consistency of repeated measurements.

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What is the metric unit for measuring temperature?

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The metric unit for measuring temperature is degrees Celsius (°C) or Kelvin (K).