Metric System Flashcard

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How many meters are in a decameter?

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10 meters are in a decameter.

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What is the prefix for one billionth in the metric system?

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The prefix for one billionth is 'nano-'.

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

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The base unit for length in the metric system is the 'meter'.

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What is the base unit for volume in the metric system?

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The base unit for volume in the metric system is the 'liter'.

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Which prefix means one hundred?

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The prefix that means one hundred is 'hecto-'.

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What is the metric prefix for one thousand?

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The metric prefix for one thousand is 'kilo-'.

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What is the metric prefix for one million?

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The metric prefix for one million is 'mega-'.

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What is the metric prefix for one thousandth?

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The metric prefix for one thousandth is 'milli-'.

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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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What is the metric unit for mass?

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The base unit for mass in the metric system is the 'gram'.