Metric Measurement and Tools

Front

What is the basic unit of mass in the metric system?

Back

gram

Front

What instrument is used to measure volume?

Back

graduated cylinder

Front

What does a triple beam balance measure?

Back

mass

Front

What is the basic unit of length in the metric system?

Back

meter

Front

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

Back

liter

Front

How do you convert grams to kilograms?

Back

Divide the number of grams by 1000.

Front

What is the volume of 1 liter in milliliters?

Back

1000 mL

Front

What tool would you use to measure the length of a pencil?

Back

ruler

Front

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

Back

Length × Width × Height

Front

What is the purpose of a graduated cylinder?

Back

To measure the volume of liquids accurately.