Question
Define newton. Establish its relation with dyne.
Answer
The newton is the SI unit of force, defined as the force required to impart an acceleration of 1 m/s2 to a body of mass 1 kg.
1 Newton (N) = 1 kg m / s2
= 1000 × 100 g cm / s2
= 100000 dyne
= 105 dyne