Measurement in Science

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What is a graduated cylinder?

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A graduated cylinder is a tool used to measure the volume of liquids accurately.

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What is mass?

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Mass is how much matter ('stuff') is inside an object.

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Which tool is best to measure the length of an object?

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A ruler is the best tool to measure the length of an object.

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How do you convert millimeters to centimeters?

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To convert millimeters to centimeters, divide the number of millimeters by 10.

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What is the weight measurement on a triple beam balance?

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A triple beam balance measures the weight of an object in grams.

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What is the formula for calculating volume?

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Volume = length × width × height.

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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 of gravity acting on that mass.

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What unit is commonly used to measure mass?

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Grams (g) are commonly used to measure mass.

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What is the purpose of a pan balance?

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A pan balance is used to compare the mass of two objects.

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How many millimeters are in a centimeter?

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There are 10 millimeters in a centimeter.