FLASHCARD - Measuring MASS & Length 1-40 - McLeish

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What is mass?

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The amount of matter (stuff) in an object.

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What is the metric measuring unit for length?

Back

Meter.

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What tool is used to measure mass?

Back

Triple beam balance.

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Find the mass: 550.4 g, 559.4 g, 550.6 g.

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559.4 g.

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What is the value on the balance? 307 g, 37.3 g, 137.4 g.

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37.3 g.

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What is the metric unit for measuring mass?

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Gram.

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What is the relationship between mass and weight?

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Mass is the amount of matter, while weight is the force exerted by gravity on that mass.

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How do you convert grams to kilograms?

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Divide the number of grams by 1000.

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What is the formula for calculating density?

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Density = Mass/Volume.

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What is the volume of an object with a mass of 200 g and a density of 2 g/cm³?

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100 cm³.