Physics Chapter 1 Flashcards
1
Q
Why does systematic error not affect slope measurements?
A
If all points on the graph have the same systematic error, the effects on slope calculation will cancel out.
2
Q
What is the prefix for 10^9
A
G Giga
3
Q
What is the prefix for 10^-9?
A
n nano
4
Q
What is the prefix for 10^-3
A
m milli
5
Q
What is the prefix for 10^12
A
T tera
6
Q
What is the prefix for 10^-1
A
d deci
7
Q
What is the prefix for 10^-12
A
p pico
8
Q
What is the prefix for 10^6
A
M mega
9
Q
What is the prefix for 10^3
A
k kilo
10
Q
What is the prefix for 10^-6
A
μ micro
11
Q
What is the prefix for 10^-2
A
c centi
12
Q
What is the prefix for 10^1
A
da deka (for example 1 dam = dekameter = 10m)
