Q. 2.1 - An Introduction to General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry

Question

Write the abbreviation for each of the following :

a. gram

b. degree celsius

c. liter

d. pound

e. second

Step-by-Step Solution

Answer

a. The abbreviation of a gram is $g$.

b. The abbreviation of degree celsius is $°C$.

c. The abbreviation of   a liter is $L$.

d. The abbreviation of  the pound is $lb$. 

e. The abbreviation of  second is $s$.

Part (a) step 1: Given Information

We need to find the abbreviation of a gram.

Part (a) step 2: Explanation

The gram, a unit used for measurement  of mass, is abbreviated as $g$.

Part (b) step 1: Given Information

We need to find the abbreviation of  degree celsius. 

Part (b) step 2: Explanation

Degree celsius, a unit of measurement for temperature, can be abbreviated into $°C$.

Part (c) step 1: Given Information

We need to find the abbreviation of a liter.

Part (c) step 2: Explanation

The liter,  a unit used for measurement of volume, is abbreviated  as $L$.

Part (d ) step 1: Given Information

We need to find the abbreviation of a pound.

Part (d) step 2: Explanation

The pound, a unit used for measurement for mass, is abbreviated as lb.

Part (e) step 1: Given Information

We need to find the abbreviation o second.

Part (e) step 2: Explanation

The seconds, a unit used for measurement of time, is abbreviated as $s$.