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(i) A standard unit for any quantity should be defined and used globally.

(ii) It should have universal acceptance. It should be accepted by General Conference on Weights and Measures.

(iii) The standard units should be independent of each other.

(iv) It should be of convenient size.

(v) It should be not perishable

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A standard unit is consistent and universally accepted for measuring a particular quantity. It is typically fixed and unchanging to provide a reliable reference point for measurement. Standard units are used to ensure accuracy, comparability, and consistency in various fields such as science, engineering, and commerce.

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There are a number of characteristics of a good unit of measurement. It should be quantitative, easy to understand and interpret, measures only essential elements and so on.

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