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What is the difference between a dimensional constant and a dimensionless constant?

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To understand the difference between a dimensional constant and a dimensionless constant, let's break it down step by step. ### Step 1: Define Dimensional Constants Dimensional constants are quantities that have a constant value and possess dimensions. This means they can be expressed in terms of the fundamental physical dimensions such as length (L), mass (M), time (T), etc. **Example:** - The speed of light (c) is a dimensional constant with a value of approximately \(3 \times 10^8\) meters per second. - Its dimensions can be expressed as \(LT^{-1}\), indicating that it has dimensions of length divided by time. ...
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