Dimensional analysis is used to check the validity of an equation relating the speed of sound (v) in a gas to its pressure (P) and density (). Which limitation prevents dimensional analysis from distinguishing between and ?
It cannot determine dimensionless constants.
It cannot handle fractional exponents.
It assumes a linear relationship between variables.
It fails when more than three variables are involved.
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If the formula for the velocity of a wave is given by , where is tension and is mass per unit length. Using dimensional analysis, which aspect of this formula cannot be derived?
The dimensions of velocity
The dimensions of tension
The dimensions of mass per unit length
That the relationship is a square root