Systeme International D'unites (Noun)
Meaning
A complete metric system of units of measurement for scientists; fundamental quantities are length (meter) and mass (kilogram) and time (second) and electric current (ampere) and temperature (kelvin) and amount of matter (mole) and luminous intensity (candela); "Today the United States is the only country in the world not totally committed to the Systeme International d'Unites".
Classification
Nouns denoting quantities and units of measure.
Examples
- The Systeme International d'Unites is the modern metric system used by scientists worldwide to ensure accuracy and consistency in measurements.
- The Systeme International d'Unites defines seven fundamental quantities, including length, mass, time, electric current, temperature, amount of matter, and luminous intensity.
- The use of the Systeme International d'Unites has become the standard in most countries, with the United States being the only exception.
- The Systeme International d'Unites provides a coherent and logical system of units, making it easier for scientists to communicate and compare results.
- The widespread adoption of the Systeme International d'Unites has facilitated international trade, science, and technology by providing a common language of measurement.