grams, kilograms, liters, and milliliters

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What is a gram?

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A gram is a unit of mass in the metric system. It is used to measure small weights, like a paperclip or a slice of bread.

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What is a kilogram?

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A kilogram is a unit of mass in the metric system equal to 1,000 grams. It is used to measure heavier objects, like a bag of flour.

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What is a liter?

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A liter is a unit of volume in the metric system. It is used to measure liquids, like water or juice.

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What is a milliliter?

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A milliliter is a unit of volume in the metric system equal to 1/1,000 of a liter. It is used to measure small amounts of liquid, like a drop of water.

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How many grams are in a kilogram?

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There are 1,000 grams in a kilogram.

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What would you use to measure the mass of a bicycle?

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You would use kilograms to measure the mass of a bicycle.

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Which is heavier: 1 kilogram or 1,000 grams?

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They are equal; 1 kilogram is the same as 1,000 grams.

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What is the best estimate of mass for a bag of apples?

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The best estimate for the mass of a bag of apples is about 2 kilograms.

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If a dictionary weighs 3 kilograms, how much do 9 dictionaries weigh?

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9 dictionaries weigh 27 kilograms (3 kg x 9 = 27 kg).

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Which object is closest to 1 kilogram?

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A textbook is closest to 1 kilogram.