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Measurement In Science and Technology

NIOS · Class 10 · Science & Tech

Complete topic list for Measurement In Science and Technology in NIOS Class 10 Science & Tech. Key concepts, sub-topics, and what to focus on for board exams.

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Topics in Measurement In Science and Technology

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1. Meaning and Need of Measurement

  • Measurement means counting the number of times a chosen scale or standard is used.
  • A physical quantity must be written as a number along with a unit.
  • Measurement is necessary in daily life, trade, science, travel, sports, stitching, and cooking.
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2. Ancient and Historical Units

  • Early measurements used parts of the human body such as digit, foot, cubit, hand span, fathom, and pace.
  • Body-based units were arbitrary, inaccurate, and different from person to person.
  • The Egyptians solved the problem of accurate length measurement around 3000 B.C. by using the standard cubit.
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3. Modern Measurement Systems and SI Units

  • The metric system began after the French Revolution and supported decimal-based measurement.
  • The Metre Convention was signed in 1875 for worldwide adoption of the metric system.
  • The SI system was adopted at the 11th CGPM in 1960.
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4. Derived Units and Special Names

  • Derived units are obtained from base units.
  • Area, volume, speed, acceleration, density, work, force, pressure, energy, and power are derived quantities.
  • Some derived units have special names for convenience.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Measurement as the foundation of science, technology, and standardized physical quantities

MeasurementUnitNeed for measurementAncient body-based unitsAncient Indian unitsStandardizationSI systemBase SI units

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Understand the core concepts first, then work through the 53 practice questions available for this chapter. Revise formulas and definitions regularly, and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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