Foundations of Physics
4 terms
Density
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kg/m³
The mass per unit volume of a substance under specified temperature and pressure conditions.
ρ = m / V
Dependent Variable
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Various
The factor measured or observed in an experiment that changes in response to manipulations of the independent variable.
Derived Units
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Various
Units of measurement formed as algebraic combinations of the seven fundamental SI base units.
Dimensional Analysis
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Dimensionless
An analytical method used to verify equation consistency and establish mathematical relationships between physical quantities by examining fundamental dimensions.
[M]^a [L]^b [T]^c