5.9 Metric Measurement

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What is the metric unit for measuring volume?

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Liter (L) is the metric unit for measuring volume.

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How many milliliters are in one liter?

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1,000 milliliters (mL) are in one liter (L).

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What is the metric unit for measuring mass?

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Gram (g) is the metric unit for measuring mass.

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How many grams are in one kilogram?

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1,000 grams (g) are in one kilogram (kg).

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What is the relationship between kilometers and meters?

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1 kilometer (km) is equal to 1,000 meters (m).

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If a container holds 2 liters, how many milliliters does it hold?

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2 liters is equal to 2,000 milliliters.

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What is the best estimate for the volume of a swimming pool?

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The best estimate for the volume of a swimming pool is typically in thousands of liters.

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How do you convert grams to kilograms?

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

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If you have 500 mL of water, how many liters do you have?

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500 mL is equal to 0.5 liters.

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What is the formula to convert kilometers to meters?

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To convert kilometers to meters, multiply the number of kilometers by 1,000.