M1-L2: Measurement and Significant Figures

Question 1

A _____ is the physical embodiment of a unit, provided that certain conditions are met.

Answer 1

Stand

Question 2

In any system of measurement, all units are based on a few ___________ physical quantities.

Answer 2

Fundamental

Question 3

A quantity or unit is ___________ if it is simplest and can not be reduced further.

Answer 3

Fundamental

Question 4

Is the assignment of a numerical value to an object’s physical property.

Answer 4

Measurement

Question 5

The standardized amount of various physical quantities.

Answer 5

Units of measure

Question 6

The international system of measure used by scientists.

Answer 6

SI System

Question 7

They help to define more complex units, which are called “derived units.”

Answer 7

Basic Units

Question 8

Basic units helps to define more complex units, which are called “_______ units.”

Answer 8

Derived Units

Question 9

Refers to how close a measurement of attempt is to the actual or target value.

Answer 9

Accuracy

Question 10

Refers to how consistent the results are regardless of proximity to actual or target.

Answer 10

Precision