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Why do scientists use SI units instead of units such as inches and gallons?

most of the world does SI so more people can understand with it in SI units


Why scientist use SI units instead of units such as inches and gallons?

The idea is to use an international standard - the same units everywhere.


What are some measurement units?

Inches Feet Fluid Ounces Quarts Half-Gallons Gallons Miles Yards


What system of units do scientists use to compare and share results?

inches


How many gallons in a container 72x36x36?

What units? Feet, inches, metres etc?


Why did scientists agree to use the SI units worldwide instead of the units common at their locations?

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How do you get the answer 140.608 in. in cubic units?

Linear units, like inches, can't be converted to cubic units. If they could, then you'd be able to calculate your height in gallons.


What is the SI unit of a solid?

It depends on the solid, but typically the scientific unit of a solid is grams. SI units are always metric, so that means you would use centimeters or millimeters instead of inches, liters instead of gallons, et cetera.


How many gallons is 12X12X30?

The answer depends on the units used for the question. Are they 12 inches * 12 inches * 30 inches or are they feet, or metres or miles?


Why scientists use SI units instead of units of such as inches and gallons?

Not only scientists use them; everybody uses most SI units - except in a few countries, such as the United States. As for the reason, it is mainly (1) for standardization. It is convenient for people all over the world to use the same units. Also, there are two other reasons: (2) Conversions are simpler. To convert 17 km to meters, just multiply by 1000 (add 3 zeroes). This can be done in your head. Now, try converting 17 miles into feet! (3) The SI units are interrelated - they form a consistent set of units. This simplifies many formulae.


What units are used to measure volume?

Cubic inches, cubic centimeters, liters, quarts, and gallons


What 146 in cubic inches?

It depends on the units used for 146: microlitres, litres, gallons, whatever.