In the SI system, the multiple 10^-18 is the prefix of _______.

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RPF SI (2018) Official Paper (Held On: 19 Dec, 2018 Shift 1)

Answer 1

The correct answer is Atto

Key Points

Atto is the prefix used in the SI system to denote a multiple of 10^-18.
The SI system, or International System of Units, uses standardized prefixes to represent various orders of magnitude.
The prefix Atto is represented by the symbol "a".
Other common SI prefixes include kilo (10³), mega (10⁶), and giga (10⁹).
The use of standardized prefixes helps in maintaining consistency and clarity in scientific and technical communication.

Additional Information

The SI system was established in 1960 by the General Conference on Weights and Measures (CGPM).
It is the most widely used system of measurement worldwide, employed in both everyday commerce and science.
The SI system comprises seven base units, including the meter (length), kilogram (mass), and second (time).
Prefixes in the SI system cover a wide range from yotta (10²⁴) to yocto (10^-24).
Adopting SI units and prefixes ensures uniformity and reduces the potential for confusion in global scientific and technical exchanges.