Measuring Matter Review

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What instrument is used to measure the volume of a liquid?

Back

Graduated cylinder.

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How do you calculate the volume of a liquid if you know its mass and density?

Back

Volume = Mass / Density.

Front

What is the formula to find the volume of a liquid with a mass of 10 grams and a density of 5 g/mL?

Back

Volume = 10 g / 5 g/mL = 2 mL.

Front

What instrument is used to measure the mass of an object?

Back

Electric balance.

Front

What is the relationship between weight and mass?

Back

Weight (Fg) = Mass x Gravitational acceleration.

Front

What is the gravitational acceleration on Earth?

Back

Approximately 9.8 m/s².

Front

If an object weighs 30N and has a mass of 10 kg, what is the gravitational acceleration?

Back

3 m/s².

Front

What is the formula to calculate weight (Fg)?

Back

Weight (Fg) = Mass x Gravity.

Front

What is the unit of measurement for mass?

Back

Kilograms (kg).

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What is the unit of measurement for volume?

Back

Milliliters (mL) or liters (L).