1. Briefly describe the history of the metric system as it applies to the meter and...

 

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1. Briefly describe the history of the metric system as it applies to the meter and how the definition of a meter has changed over time. Answer: (7 points) 2. Many physical parameters such as volume or energy are described by derived units in the SI. a.) Explain the difference in a base unit and a derived unit. b.) Identify the base units and the derived unit used to describe the speed of a runner in the SI system. 1. Briefly describe the history of the metric system as it applies to the meter and how the definition of a meter has changed over time. Answer: (7 points) 2. Many physical parameters such as volume or energy are described by derived units in the SI. a.) Explain the difference in a base unit and a derived unit. b.) Identify the base units and the derived unit used to describe the speed of a runner in the SI system.

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The history of the metric system particularly regarding the meter traces back to the late 18th century during the French ... View the full answer