Question 1

How do I convert km/h to m/s?

Accepted Answer

Divide by 3.6. 36 km/h = 10 m/s. 100 km/h = 27.8 m/s. m/s is SI standard for physics.

Question 2

Why is m/s used in science?

Accepted Answer

It's the SI base unit for velocity. Makes physics calculations cleaner: Force = mass × acceleration (kg × m/s²).

Question 3

What's the fastest speed possible?

Accepted Answer

The speed of light (299,792,458 m/s or about 670 million mph) is the universal speed limit. Nothing with mass can reach it.

Question 4

Why do pilots and sailors use knots?

Accepted Answer

One knot = one nautical mile per hour. Nautical miles relate directly to Earth's latitude (1 nm = 1 minute of latitude), simplifying navigation.

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