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International System of Units in Pharmacy

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What is the base unit for measuring length in the International System of Units (SI)?

Kilogram (kg)

Meter (m) (correct)

Ampere (A)

Second (s)

Which unit represents electric current in the International System of Units (SI)?

Candela (cd)

Kilogram (kg)

Mole (mol)

Ampere (A) (correct)

How should the decimal point be moved to convert an SI denomination to the next smaller denomination?

Two places to the right

Two places to the left

One place to the right (correct)

One place to the left

What was the origin of the Metric System?

<p>Formulated in France in the late eighteenth century.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes weight in relation to mass?

<p>Weight is directly proportional to mass.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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International System of Units (SI)

The SI, or decimal system of measurement, is used in pharmacy and the pharmaceutical industry.
It's built on seven base units:
- Length: meter (m)
- Mass: kilogram (kg)
- Time: seconds (s)
- Electric current: ampere (A)
- Temperature: kelvin (K)
- Amount of substance: mole (mol)
- Luminous intensity: candela (cd)
To convert an SI unit to a smaller unit, move the decimal point one place to the right.
To convert an SI unit to a larger unit, move the decimal point one place to the left.

Weight

Weight measures the gravitational force acting on a body.
It's directly proportional to the body's mass.

Systems of Measurement

Metric System:
- Internationally recognized decimal system of weights and measures.
- Used in pharmacy.
- Originated in France in the late 18th century.
Other Systems:
- Avoirdupois:
  - Widely used in the US for measuring body weight and selling goods by ounce or pound.
- Apothecaries'
  - The primary pharmacists' system for volumetric and weight measurement.

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Explore the International System of Units (SI) and its significance in pharmacy and measurement. Understand the seven base units, how to convert between units, and the difference between the metric and other systems like Avoirdupois. This quiz will deepen your knowledge of measurement principles essential for the pharmaceutical industry.