Foundations of Physics Flashcards
(10 cards)
1
Q
What are the seven base units?
A
m, kg, s, A, K, mol, cd.
2
Q
What is the equation for percentage uncertainty?
A
uncertainty/calculated value *100
3
Q
Perform a dimensional analysis on N and Pa.
A
kgms^-2
kgm^-1s^-2
4
Q
What is the formula for Kelvin?
A
K = C +273
5
Q
Check sheet to see how to use micrometers, vernier callipers and multimeters.
A
6
Q
Define a scalar and a vector quantity.
A
Scalar have magnitude and vectors have direction and magnitude.
7
Q
Define homogenous.
A
Equal.
8
Q
How do you resolve a vector?
A
Split into horizontal and vertical components.
9
Q
LOOK IN NOTES ABOUT VECTOR DIAGRAMS.
A
yup.
10
Q
Define the different types of errors.
A
Folder.
