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Q · Units and DimensionsMedium · 45s
Which physical quantity has the dimensions [ML⁰T⁻²]?
TopicUnits and Dimensions
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
Step-by-Step Solution
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Pressure = Force/Area ⇒ (MLT⁻²)/L² = ML⁻¹T⁻². The correct option is Stress (same dimensions as Pressure).
Final Answer: Option C — Pressure