Fermi problem

Fermi problem / question

problems / questions: solve / estimate; show your work; i.e. show factors used in calculations. [8 points]

1. what is a Fermi problem ?

2. using dimensional analysis; i.e. using multiple factors,

a. compare the mass of $100 in dimes versus pennies

hint; e.g. mass of a single penny ? notice that the mass depends on the date that it was made / manufactured.

b. what is the volume of water in 10 elementary school students ?

c. how many liters of blood would be pumped in a day by a human ?