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Units and Measurements — Concept Maps

ICSE · Class 11 · Physics

4 concept maps of Units and Measurements for ICSE Class 11 Physics, each also written out as a text outline. Part of the ICSE Class 11 Physics syllabus.

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4 Concept Maps

Units and Measurements - Concept Overview

Units and Measurements - Concept Overview

The map in words

  • Units and Measurements
    • Physical Quantities
      • Measurable Properties
      • Can be Quantified
      • Examples
        • Length
        • Mass
        • Time
    • Fundamental Units
      • SI System
        • Metre m
        • Kilogram kg
        • Second s
        • Ampere A
        • Kelvin K
        • Mole mol
        • Candela cd
      • Seven Basic Units
    • Derived Units
      • From Fundamental Units
      • Velocity
      • Force
      • Pressure
      • Energy
    • Measurement
      • Direct Methods
        • Metre Scale
        • Vernier Callipers
        • Screw Gauge
      • Indirect Methods
        • Echo Method
        • Triangulation
        • Parallax
    • Errors
      • Systematic Errors
        • Instrumental
        • Procedural
      • Random Errors
        • Uncontrollable
        • Statistical
    • Significant Figures
      • Precision
      • Rounding Rules
      • Calculations
    • Dimensional Analysis
      • Consistency Check
      • Unit Verification

Flowchart showing which direct measurement instrument to use based on the size and type of object being measured

Flowchart showing which direct measurement instrument to use based on the size and type of object being measured

The map in words

  • Direct Length Measurement
    • What is being measured?
      • Large objects cm scale: Metre Scale
        • Least Count: 0.1 cm
      • Small objects mm to fractions: Vernier Callipers
        • Least Count: 0.01 cm
      • Very small sheet thickness: Screw Gauge
        • Least Count: 0.001 cm
      • Curved surfaces: Spherometer
        • Least Count: 0.001 cm

Flowchart comparing different unit systems and showing the progression toward SI as the universal standard

Flowchart comparing different unit systems and showing the progression toward SI as the universal standard

The map in words

  • Systems of Units
    • CGS cm, g, s
      • Metric Decimal-based
    • FPS ft, lb, s
      • Non-metric Complex conversions
    • MKS m, kg, s
      • Predecessor to SI
    • SI m, kg, s, A, K, mol, cd
      • Global Standard Since 1960

Units and Measurements

Units and Measurements

The map in words

  • Units and Measurements
    • Need for Measurement
    • Physical Quantities
    • Units of Measurement
    • Fundamental and Derived Units
    • Systems of Units
    • SI Units and Definitions
    • Prefixes and Powers of Ten
    • Measurement of Length

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Units and Measurements for ICSE Class 11 Physics?
Key topics in Units and Measurements include Need for Measurement and Physical Quantities, Fundamental Units, Derived Units, and Systems of Units, Definitions of Important SI Units, Units of Large and Small Lengths. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 11 exams.
What do the concept maps for Units and Measurements show?
The 4 maps show how the ideas in Units and Measurements connect: Units and Measurements - Concept Overview; Flowchart showing which direct measurement instrument to use based on the size and type of object being measured. Each map is also written out as an outline on this page.
How should I revise Units and Measurements for Class 11 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 42 practice questions on Units and Measurements. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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