Metric System Mini Unit Study Guide 2024

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What is the conversion factor for 1 kilometer to meters?

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1 km = 1000 m.

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Convert 0.75 L to mL.

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0.75 L = 750 mL.

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Which unit measures TIME?

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The basic unit that measures time is seconds.

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What is a prefix in the metric system?

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A prefix is a unit modifier that indicates a multiple or fraction of a base unit, e.g., centi- (1/100).

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Convert 32.9 km to cm.

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32.9 km = 3,290,000 cm.

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

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The basic unit of mass is the gram (g).

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What is the metric unit for measuring temperature?

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The metric unit for measuring temperature is Celsius (°C).

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What does the prefix 'milli-' represent?

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The prefix 'milli-' represents a factor of 1/1000.

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How many milliliters are in 1 liter?

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1 liter = 1000 milliliters.

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What is the metric unit for measuring length?

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The basic unit for measuring length is the meter (m).