Dimensional Analysis Pre Aice

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What are significant figures?

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Significant figures are the digits in a number that contribute to its precision. This includes all non-zero digits, any zeros between significant digits, and trailing zeros in the decimal portion.

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How many significant figures are in the number 9009.00?

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6

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What does mass depend on?

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Mass depends on the total quantity of matter.

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Convert 186.5 K to Celsius.

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-86.4 °C

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What type of data is a temperature measurement of 33.5 °C?

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Quantitative Observation

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How do you write 0.052 in scientific notation?

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5.2×10^−2

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What is dimensional analysis?

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Dimensional analysis is a mathematical technique used to convert units from one system to another, ensuring that the equations are dimensionally consistent.

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What is the formula to convert Celsius to Kelvin?

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K = °C + 273.15

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What is the difference between qualitative and quantitative data?

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Qualitative data describes characteristics or qualities, while quantitative data involves numerical measurements.

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What is the significance of trailing zeros in a decimal number?

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Trailing zeros in a decimal number are significant because they indicate precision in measurement.