Definition: Base Units are simple units in a measurement system based on natural phenomena or established standards, which serve as the foundation for deriving other units.
Examples of Base Units:
Meters (m)
Grams (g)
Seconds (s)
Converting Between Units
Conversion Factor: To convert between units, utilize a conversion factor that allows the transformation of a unit into another.
Placement Rules:
The unit you have should be placed opposite the unit you’re converting from.
The unit you want should be placed on the same level as the unit you are converting from.
Basic Scaling
Kilo to Base:
1 kilo = 1000 base (e.g., 1 km = 1000 m)
Base to Centi:
Base = 100 centi (e.g., 1 m = 100 cm)
Base to Milli:
Base = 1000 milli (e.g., 1 m = 1000 mm)
Example Conversions
Convert 100 centi to base:
100 c = 1 m
Conversion Factor: 1 m = 100 c
Convert between units must follow the placement rules to ensure accuracy.