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Physics GK · Q1

Unit and Measurement

Competitive Exams · Physics GK · question 1

Q1

Therm is the unit of

A.
power
B.
heat
Answer
C.
light
D.
distance

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Therm is a unit specifically used to measure a quantity of heat or thermal energy.
Think of it like this:
Power is how fast energy is used (like horsepower in a car).
Heat is the total amount of thermal energy.
Light is a form of electromagnetic radiation.
Distance is how far apart two points are.
So, while power involves energy, a 'therm' directly quantifies the amount of heat.