OQT - Dimensional Analysis

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What is dimensional analysis?

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A mathematical technique used to convert units from one system to another, ensuring that the equations remain consistent.

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What is a conversion factor?

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A ratio that expresses how many of one unit are equal to another unit, used in dimensional analysis.

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What is the purpose of using conversion factors?

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To change a measurement from one unit to another while maintaining the same quantity.

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What does it mean when a conversion factor is equal to one?

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It means that the two units being compared are equivalent, allowing for conversion without changing the value.

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How do you set up a dimensional analysis problem?

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Identify the starting unit, the desired unit, and use conversion factors to cancel out units until you reach the desired unit.

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What unit should be in the numerator when converting from feet to yards?

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Yards.

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If you have 5 fl oz per minute, how do you convert it to gallons per hour?

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Use the conversion factors: 1 gallon = 128 fl oz and 1 hour = 60 minutes.

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What is the equivalent of 5 fl oz per minute in gallons per hour?

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2.34 gallons per hour.

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What will the resulting units be when converting inches to feet?

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Feet.

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What is the relationship between units in dimensional analysis?

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Units can be multiplied or divided, and they can cancel each other out to simplify calculations.