.

For each of the following, write the measurement using the correct symbol for the prefix

and the base unit:

(a) 1.01 microseconds

(b) 1 000 milligrams

(c) 7.2 megameters

(d) 11 nanolitre

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7.

The Concorde is a type of aeroplane that flies very fast. The top speed of the Concorde

is 844 kmhr

-1

. Convert the Concorde's top speed to ms

-1

.

8.

The boiling point of water is 100

C. What is the boiling point of water in kelvin?

9.

Using the fact that 1 in = 2.54 cm, convert 43.5 in

2

to cm

2

(square centimeters).

10.

A certain type of light has wavelength 5.621 10-7 m. Express this length in

nanometers and micrometers.

11.

Convert 2.70 g/cm

3

to units of kg/m

3

.