Dimensions of Energy (F, A, T) – Rankers Physics

Dimensions: Practice Problem & Solution

If force \([F]\), acceleration \([A]\) and time \([T]\) are chosen as the fundamental physical quantities. Find the dimensions of energy. [2021]
\([F] [A] [T^2]\)
\([F] [A] [T^{-1}]\)
\([F] [A^{-1}] [T]\)
\([F] [A] [T]\)

Solution Explained:

To solve this problem, we apply the core principles of Dimensions. Understanding the underlying formula is key to arriving at the correct answer below:

We know \(E = ML^2T^{-2}\), \(F = MLT^{-2}\), \(A = LT^{-2}\), \(T = T\). From \(F = MA\), \(M = F/A\). Substitute \(M\) into \(E\): \(E = (F/A)L^2T^{-2}\). Also, \(L = AT^2\). So, \(E = (F/A)(AT^2)^2T^{-2} = (F/A) A^2 T^4 T^{-2} = F A T^2\).

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