Derived quantities are the quantities that can be derived from one or more base quantities and have associated units.For example speed = distance ÷ time.The units for speed are the units for distance ÷ the units for time, therefore the units are ms-1To write the newton in terms of base units, choose the correct formula e.g. F = m aThe units are N = kg m s-2
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Specification: Edexcel Physics (8PH0), AS-level, Topic 1: Working as a Physicist, statement 1. Topic: Physical Quantities.
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