Dimensional Analysis
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Objective
I can convert units using dimensional analysis by setting up conversion factors.
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Warm-up video
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Practice
7 questions
Define dimensional analysis in your own words. Explain its purpose and why it is a useful tool.
Explain the difference between a base unit and a unit with a prefix (e.g., meter vs. kilometer). Give three examples of base units and three examples of units with prefixes.
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Exit ticket
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“Convert 450 grams to milligrams, showing your work and including the conversion factor. Convert 3.2 liters to centiliters, showing your work and including the conversion factor. ”
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