⚖️ Chemistry by Chang – Problem 1.33 | Unit Conversion: Height and Weight | Steemit Science
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Here’s another practical conversion problem from Raymond Chang’s Chemistry (14th Edition), found in Chapter 1: Measurement and the Properties of Matter.
It’s a great example of applying dimensional analysis to everyday quantities — in this case, a person’s height and weight.
🔹 Problem 1.33:
A 6.0-ft person weighs 168 lb.
Express this person’s:
- Height in meters
- Weight in kilograms
(1 lb = 453.6 g; 1 m = 3.28 ft.)
This exercise shows how unit conversions connect the imperial and metric systems — something every scientist and engineer encounters regularly.
It’s also a reminder of how simple mathematical relationships can be used to interpret real-world quantities accurately.
📸 Here’s my step-by-step calculation for both conversions:
How comfortable are you switching between metric and imperial units? 🌍⚖️
Let’s discuss tips for mastering quick conversions in the comments!
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