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PHY 101 Physical Quantities, Units, and Dimensions Objective Question

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Which of the following is the correct SI base unit for mass?
Options
A gram
B kilogramme
Correct Answer
C milligram
D newton
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

In the SI system, the fundamental or base unit for mass is the kilogramme (kg). The gram is a smaller unit derived from the kilogram, and the newton is a unit of force.

Hint

Recall the standard SI base unit for mass, which is defined by a platinum cylinder kept at the International Bureau of Weights and Measures.

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