Metric System: Length

Front

The metric system is based upon the number ________.

Back

10

Front

How many 10 cm pieces of wood would you need to make one big piece that is 1 meter long?

Back

10

Front

The basic unit for measuring length in the metric system is the _________________.

Back

meter

Front

1 centimeter = ______ millimeters.

Back

10

Front

1 kilometer = ___________ meters

Back

1,000

Front

What is the metric unit for measuring very small lengths?

Back

millimeter (mm)

Front

How many centimeters are in a meter?

Back

100 cm

Front

What is the relationship between kilometers and meters?

Back

1 kilometer = 1,000 meters

Front

If you have 5 meters, how many centimeters do you have?

Back

500 cm

Front

What is the abbreviation for centimeter?

Back

cm