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What is the SI unit of mass and How is it defined?
ChemistrySome Basic Concepts of ChemistryNEET
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  • A The SI unit of mass is the kilogram, defined as the mass of a specific platinium-iridium block stored at international bureau of weights and measures in France.
  • B The SI unit of mass is the pound, defined as the force exerted by a one-kilogram mass due to gravity.
  • C The SI unit of mass is the gram, defined as one-thousandth of the mass of a litre of water at its maximum density.
  • D The SI unit of mass is the ounce, defined as one-sixteenth of a pound.
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The correct answer is: The SI unit of mass is the kilogram, defined as the mass of a specific platinium-iridium block stored at international bureau of weights and measures in France.
Correct Option is : (A)
The SI unit of mass is the kilogram, defined as the mass of a specific platinium-iridium block stored at international bureau of weights and measures in France.

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