10 Questions
In mathematics, what is a unit number?
The number 1
What is a unit vector in mathematics?
A vector with length equal to 1
What is a unit circle in mathematics?
A circle with a radius of length 1
In chemistry and biology, what is an equivalent (chemistry)?
A unit of measurement used in chemistry and biology
What does the term 'International Unit' refer to in chemistry and medicine?
A unit of measurement for nutrients and drugs
What is the primary aim of basic research?
Improving scientific theories for better understanding and prediction of natural phenomena
How does basic research differ from applied research?
Basic research aims to improve scientific theories, while applied research uses scientific theories to develop technology or techniques for intervention
What is the primary role of pure research in scientific innovation?
It is the source of most new scientific ideas and ways of thinking about the world
How does basic research contribute to technological innovations?
By fueling the technological innovations of applied science
What is the most common type of pure research?
Explanatory; explaining observed phenomena
Test your knowledge of units of measurement from general to humorous ones. Explore the historical English units and their modern equivalents in the International System of Units (SI), as well as less serious and controversial units.
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