Tom Adams will teach the following physics concepts:
SI units of length, mass, and time: meter, kilogram, second
Liter: 1000 cm3; one liter of water has a mass of 1 kg
Unit analysis may be used to verify answers to problems
Significant figures – digits known with certainty, plus one
Problem-solving procedure:
1. Read the problem carefully and analyze it.
2. Where appropriate, draw a diagram.
3. Write down the given data and what is to be found. (Make unit conversions if necessary.)
4. Determine which principle(s) are applicable.
5. Perform calculations with given data.
6. Consider if the results are reasonable.
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