Metric Conversion

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What is the metric system?

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The metric system is an international decimal system of measurement used for scientific and everyday measurements, based on the meter, liter, and gram as units of length, volume, and mass.

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What is the base unit of length in the metric system?

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The base unit of length in the metric system is the meter (m).

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How many centimeters are in a meter?

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There are 100 centimeters in a meter.

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How do you convert grams to kilograms?

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To convert grams to kilograms, divide the number of grams by 1,000.

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What is the base unit of mass in the metric system?

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The base unit of mass in the metric system is the gram (g).

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How many millimeters are in a centimeter?

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There are 10 millimeters in a centimeter.

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What is the relationship between kilometers and meters?

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1 kilometer is equal to 1,000 meters.

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How do you convert centimeters to meters?

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To convert centimeters to meters, divide the number of centimeters by 100.

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What is the volume of a cube with a side length of 2 meters?

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The volume of a cube is calculated as side length cubed. Therefore, the volume is 2m x 2m x 2m = 8 cubic meters.

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What is the formula for converting liters to milliliters?

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To convert liters to milliliters, multiply the number of liters by 1,000.