Chapter 2 & 3 Vocab

Front

More than a physical object; explains phenomena and data relationships.

Back

model

Front

Broad generalization explaining facts or phenomena

Back

theory

Front

Gravitational pull on an object

Back

weight

Front

Combinations of SI base units form these:

Back

Derived units

Front

Measure of matter in an object

Back

mass

Front

Measure of space occupied

Back

Volume

Front

Ratio of mass to volume in a substance.

Back

density

Front

Mathematical technique using units for measurement problems.

Back

Dimensional analysis

Front

A ratio for converting between units.

Back

conversion factor

Front

Closeness of measurements to the accepted value.

Back

accuracy