State the name of the unit and the type of measurement...

State the name of the unit and the type of measurement indicated for each of the following quantities:
a. $4.8 \mathrm{~m}$
b. $325 \mathrm{~g}$
c. $1.5 \mathrm{~mL}$
d. $4.8 \times 10^{2} \mathrm{~s}$
e. $28^{\circ} \mathrm{C}$

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Key Concepts

Units of Measurement

Units of measurement are standardized quantities used to express and compare physical quantities. They provide a basis for quantifying properties such as length, mass, time, volume, and temperature, ensuring consistency and accuracy in scientific and everyday contexts.

Physical Quantities

Physical quantities are properties of objects or systems that can be measured, such as length, mass, time, volume, and temperature. Each physical quantity is associated with a specific unit that provides a numerical value for measurement.

SI Unit System

The International System of Units (SI) is the most widely used system for measuring physical quantities. It defines a set of base units, like the meter for length, the gram for mass (commonly used alongside the kilogram), the second for time, and the Kelvin for temperature, along with derived units that are used for various measurements.

Scientific Notation

Scientific notation is a method of writing large or small numbers in a compact form using powers of ten. It is commonly used in scientific measurements to express data clearly and to maintain precision in calculations.

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