Time and Distance (Leaving Cert Physics): Flashcards

Fundamental quantities

Scalar quantities (magnitude, no direction)

Second (s)

$t$

$10^{-3}$ s

$10^{-6}$ s

$10^{-9}$ s

Metre (m)

$s$ or $d$

Greater precision, measure very short intervals

Vernier callipers

Calculate average to reduce random errors