SI base unit

The SI system of units defines seven SI base units: fundamental physical units defined by an operational definition.

Related Topics:
SI - Fundamental - Physical unit - Operational definition

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All other physical units can be derived from these base units: these are known as SI derived units. Derivation is by dimensional analysis. Use SI prefixes to abbreviate long numbers.

Related Topics:
SI derived unit - Dimensional analysis - SI prefix

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