University of Nottingham
Sixty Symbols: Symbols of Physics and Astronomy: Dimensional Analysis
Real-life example of dimensional analysis being used to determine how big an atomic bomb really was, based on information given in magazine photos. [5:51]
Bozeman Science
Bozeman Science: Energy Concepts
Paul Andersen explains the different forms and units for energy. A discussion of the laws of thermodynamics is also included. Sample conversion problems using dimensional analysis is also included. Utilize the practice problems and...
Tyler DeWitt, PhD
Science With Tyler De Witt: Converting Units With Conversion Factors
Learn how to convert units using conversion factors and canceling units in dimensional analysis. [12:46]
Tyler DeWitt, PhD
Science With Tyler De Witt: Multiple Conversion Factors (Part 2)
In this tutorial, find out how to do conversion with numbers that are fractions. [12:30]
Tyler DeWitt, PhD
Science With Tyler De Witt: Understanding Conversion Factors
Take a look at how conversion factors work and what the math means. Understand the unit conversions in a problem to make judgements about the results. [10:14]
Tyler DeWitt, PhD
Science With Tyler De Witt: Converting Units Using Multiple Conversion Factors
Learn how to combine multiple conversion factors into a row so that you can convert units in more than one step using the factor label method or dimensional analysis. [10:04]
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Calculating Average Velocity or Speed
Although speed and velocity are often words used interchangeably, in physics, they are distinct concepts. Watch as Sal Khan solves a word problem while explaining this distinction. [11:45]
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Position Time Graphs
Using position-time graphs and number lines to find displacement and distance traveled. [5:01]
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Distance and Displacement in One Dimension
Using a one-dimensional number line to visualize and calculate distance and displacement. [5:32]
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Distance and Displacement Introduction
An introduction to the difference between distance traveled and displacement. [4:24]
Next Vista for Learning
Next Vista for Learning: Stoichiometry
Explore stoichiometry in this video by making an analogy to the process and making s'mores. Then see a stoichiometry example using a real chemical equation. [3:46]
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Using Dimensional Analysis: Lesson 5
This lesson demonstrates how to use dimensional analysis to covert rates. It is 5 of 5 in the series titled "Using Dimensional Analysis."