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PHY 101 Physical Quantities, Units, and Dimensions Objective Question

Question

The prefix 'micro' (µ) represents which power of ten?
Options
A 10⁻³
B 10⁻⁶
Correct Answer
C 10⁶
D 10⁻⁹
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The metric prefix 'micro' (symbol µ) means one-millionth, or 10⁻⁶. For example, 1 micrometer (µm) = 10⁻⁶ meters.

Hint

Think about the prefixes in order: milli (10⁻³), micro (10⁻⁶), nano (10⁻⁹).

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