Units and Measurements

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Systematic error

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An error that is not determined by chance but is introduced by an inaccuracy (as of observation or measurement) inherent in the system.

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SI unit for electric current

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Amperes.

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Derived unit for energy

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Joules.

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Property that can be measured by a number

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Physical Property.

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Which of the following is a derived unit?

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Velocity.

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Definition of a systematic error

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Errors due to unknown causes that occur even when all systematic errors have been accounted for.

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What is the SI unit for temperature?

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Kelvin.

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What is the SI unit for mass?

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Kilogram.

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Definition of an extensive property

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A property that depends on the amount of matter in a sample.

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Definition of an intensive property

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A property that does not depend on the amount of matter in a sample.