Dimensional Analysis Dimensional Analysis is a way of converting one unit to another. What is dimensional Analysis? It involves multiplication and division of conversion factors. You need to focus on the units Conversion Factors for dimensional analysis are: • Fractions whose numerator and denominator are the same quantity but expressed in different units. • Ex: 1 in = 2.54cm so the 2 conversion factors are 2.54 cm 1 in = 1 in 2.54 cm We could convert Metric units this way Convert 1.36 L to ml 1.36 L 1000ml 1L = 1360 ml Let’s Practice You need your conversion chart: Convert the following: 1. 2.35 pounds to grams 2. 3.6 miles to km 3. 82 pints to ml 4. 36500 seconds to hours 5. 7852 feet to meters