Measurement Practice

Front

What is mass?

Back

Mass is the amount of matter in an object, which does not change regardless of location in the universe.

Front

What is weight?

Back

Weight is the force exerted by gravity on an object, which can change depending on the object's location.

Front

What unit would you use to measure the width of a desk?

Back

Centimeters.

Front

What is the displacement method?

Back

The displacement method is a technique used to measure the volume of an irregular solid by observing how much water it displaces.

Front

How do you convert grams to kilograms?

Back

To convert grams to kilograms, divide the number of grams by 1,000.

Front

What is the best unit to measure the length of a toothbrush?

Back

Centimeters.

Front

What is the formula for calculating the volume of a rectangular solid?

Back

Volume = length x width x height.

Front

What is the difference between mass and weight?

Back

Mass is a measure of matter, while weight is a measure of the gravitational force on that matter.

Front

What unit would you use to measure the length of an eyelash?

Back

Millimeters.

Front

What is the best unit to measure the distance to a shopping mall?

Back

Kilometers.