Units and Dimensions in Physics: Part 1: Systems of Units

Units and Dimensions in Physics: Part 1: Systems of Units

In this first article of the two-article series, we focus on the major systems of units in physics. Different systems of units, besides the SI, are commonly used, depending on the domain of interest. Conversion of equations and units across systems that differ in the number of base dimensions often...

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Veröffentlicht in:Resonance 2024-09, Vol.29 (9), p.1255-1284
Hauptverfasser: Mazumdar, Anwesh, Mashood, K. K., Kumar, Arvind
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Sprache:eng
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Zusammenfassung:In this first article of the two-article series, we focus on the major systems of units in physics. Different systems of units, besides the SI, are commonly used, depending on the domain of interest. Conversion of equations and units across systems that differ in the number of base dimensions often poses learning difficulties. This article aims to clarify this somewhat neglected topic in college physics instruction.
ISSN:0973-712X
0973-712X
DOI:10.1007/s12045-024-1255-2