[LECS/EM-01001] Units and Constants

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We briefly discuss the SI system that will be used throughout the lecture notes in the Proofs programme.

The cgs units and their connection with SI system of units is briefly explained.

1.1	SI System of Units The SI system of units are explained. This is the system that will be used everywhere in the resources of Proofs program Click for Details
1.2	Gaussian Units We briefly present Gaussian units and trace the source of appearance of velocity of light in Maxwell's equations. Click for Details Some Important Constants
1.3	Constants and Units The numerical values of a few important constants are listed. Click for Details
1.4	Using dimensional Analysis to get Quick Numerical Estimates By means of a few examples we show how dimensional analysis can be used to quickly estimate numerical values of expressions occurring in problems .Click for Details