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प्रश्न
Define one kilogram, the S.I. unit of mass.
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उत्तर
One kilogram (kg) is the S.I. unit of mass. It is defined as the mass of the international prototype of the kilogram, which is a platinum-iridium alloy cylinder stored at the International Bureau of Weights and Measures in France.
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