Overview
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Learn essential unit conversion techniques and master the metric system in this comprehensive 23-minute physics lesson. Explore major metric prefixes from atto to Exa, and understand the importance of SI units in physics calculations. Practice converting quantities to SI units, avoiding common pitfalls, and tackling tricky examples involving area and volume. Discover how to perform complex unit conversions for derived units like velocity and density. Gain confidence in handling various unit conversions to enhance your problem-solving skills in physics.
Syllabus
Lesson Introduction
Metric Prefixes
Basic Unit Conversions Example
Unit Conversions Involving Area or Volume
More Complex Unit Conversions for Velocity and Density
Taught by
Chad's Prep