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What is meant by dimensional formula ?

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Dimensional formula is a formula which shows how and which of the fundamental units are required to represent the unit of a physical quantity.
In this physical quantity is expressed in terms of the quantities raised to suitable powers. Eg : `[M^(0)LT^(-2)]` is the dimensional formula of acceleration.
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