Centimeter-gram-second system

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-010422",
  "term": "Centimeter-gram-second system",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "A system of physical units where the fundamental units of length, mass, and time are the centimeter, gram, and second, respectively. While largely superseded by the International System of Units (SI), the cgs system is still encountered in some scientific contexts, particularly in older literature or specific fields like electromagnetism. It provides a consistent framework for expressing physical quantities.",
  "abbreviation": "cgs",
  "synonyms": [
    "cgs system"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/centimeter-gram-second-system/"
}