The meter per second is the SI derived unit of speed. It is the main reference for science and engineering.
Derived from the meter and second, it became the standard scientific language for linear speed.
Measurement system: International System of Units (SI). SI equivalent: Base SI speed unit.
Meter per Second facts
- Unit name
- Meter per Second
- Symbol
- m/s
- Category
- Speed
- Measurement system
- International System of Units (SI)
- SI equivalent
- Base SI speed unit
- Common uses
- Fluid flow, mechanical motion and scientific measurement
Definition of the meter per second
The meter per second is the SI derived unit of speed. It is the main reference for science and engineering.
Measurement system and SI relationship
International System of Units (SI)
SI equivalent: Base SI speed unit
History of the meter per second
Derived from the meter and second, it became the standard scientific language for linear speed.
Where is the meter per second used?
Fluid flow, mechanical motion and scientific measurement