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| − | * | + | *The scientific [[Base Unit|base units]] are |
| + | **Length = [[metre]] (m) | ||
| + | **Mass = [[kilogram]] (kg) | ||
| + | **Time = [[second]] (s) | ||
| + | **Current = [[ampere]] (A) | ||
| + | **Temperature = [[kelvin]] (K) | ||
| + | **Amount of a substance = [[mole]] (mol) | ||
| + | **Luminosity = [[Candela]] (cd) | ||
*They form the basis for derived [[unit]]s. | *They form the basis for derived [[unit]]s. | ||
*Ensure consistency in measurements across different fields of science. | *Ensure consistency in measurements across different fields of science. | ||
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===Examples=== | ===Examples=== | ||
*The [[metre]] is used to [[measure]] [[length]]. | *The [[metre]] is used to [[measure]] [[length]]. | ||
*The [[second]] is the [[unit]] of [[time]] in the [[SI Unit|SI system]]. | *The [[second]] is the [[unit]] of [[time]] in the [[SI Unit|SI system]]. | ||
Revision as of 09:55, 22 May 2024
Key Stage 5
Meaning
Base units are the fundamental units that define the SI system.
About Base Units
- The scientific base units are
- They form the basis for derived units.
- Ensure consistency in measurements across different fields of science.