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A quantity adopted as a standard of measurement is a defined unit that is universally accepted for measuring a specific physical quantity. This standard unit provides a consistent reference point for comparing and quantifying measurements across different contexts and applications. Examples include the meter for length, the kilogram for mass, and the second for time.
measurement value (magnitude of the quantity) and a proper unit.
A standard unit is a widely recognized and agreed-upon unit of measurement that is used consistently to quantify a particular physical quantity. For example, the standard unit for mass is the kilogram, for length is the meter, and for time is the second. These standard units allow for consistent and accurate comparisons of measurements.
Early people used units of measure such as body parts (e.g. handspan, foot, cubit) and natural objects (e.g. grain, seed, stone). These units were based on the human body and commonly available items for ease of measurement and comparison. Over time, standardized units like the cubit (length from elbow to fingertip) became more widely used for consistency in trade and construction.
A measurement standard is a defined reference point or system of measurement used to quantify physical quantities. It provides a consistent and universally accepted basis for comparing and expressing measurements. These standards help ensure accuracy, reliability, and consistency in measurements across different fields and industries.
the comparison of unknown quantity against fixed with known quantity is called measurement.