Differentiate Between Fundamental and Derived Units

Type of UnitDefinitionExamples
Fundamental UnitsThe basic units that are independent and not derivedmetre (m), kilogram (kg), second (s)
Derived UnitsUnits formed by combining fundamental unitsnewton (N), joule (J), m/s, m²

➡️ Key Difference:

  • Fundamental units are the building blocks.

  • Derived units are created from these building blocks through multiplication or division.