The length of a rod cannot be used as a unit of length.

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A standard unit for measurement is the one which does not change with time or place. For example, if we take a rod as a standard, then it might contract during winter or expand in summer.

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Why can we not use the length of a rod as a standard unit?

Statement 1: A rod can be used as a standard unit.

Statement 2: Length of the rod is not constant at all temperatures.

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