Measurement

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What is mass?

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Mass is a measure of the amount of matter in an object, typically measured in grams (g).

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What unit is used to measure mass?

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The unit used to measure mass is grams (g).

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What is volume?

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Volume is the amount of space an object occupies, typically measured in milliliters (mL) or cubic units.

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How do you calculate the volume of a rectangular prism?

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Volume = length × width × height.

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If length=2, width=2, height=3, what is the volume?

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Volume = 2 × 2 × 3 = 12 cubic units.

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What is the volume of a liquid measured in a graduated cylinder?

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The volume of a liquid in a graduated cylinder is read at the bottom of the meniscus.

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What is the difference between mass and weight?

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Mass is the amount of matter in an object, while weight is the force exerted by gravity on that mass.

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What is the formula for finding the mass of an object if you know its density and volume?

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Mass = Density × Volume.

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What is the standard unit of volume in the metric system?

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The standard unit of volume in the metric system is the liter (L) or milliliter (mL).

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How do you convert milliliters to liters?

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To convert milliliters to liters, divide the number of milliliters by 1000.