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PHY 101 Physical Quantities And Units Objective Question

Question

Which of the following physical quantities have no dimension? (i) Stress (ii) Strain (iii) Temperature (iv) Angular momentum (v) Angular amplitude (vi) Friction
Options
A i and iv
B ii and v
Correct Answer
C iv and vi
D i and v
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Strain (ΔL/L) is dimensionless. Angular amplitude (angle) is dimensionless. Stress has dimensions, temperature has dimension, angular momentum has dimensions, friction (force) has dimensions.

Hint

Look for ratios of same quantities or angles.

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