Chemistry: An Introduction to General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry (12th Edition) - Standalone book
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Author: Karen C. Timberlake
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Chapter 2.5, Problem 2.43QAP
Why can two conversion factors be written for an equality such as 1m = 100 cm?
2.44 How can you check that you have written the correct conversion factors for an equality?
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Chemistry: An Introduction to General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry (12th Edition) - Standalone book
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