Metric System Flashcard

Front

Which unit is the smallest?

Back

mm (millimeter) is the smallest unit compared to km (kilometer), hm (hectometer), and m (meter).

Front

Grams are used to measure what in the metric system?

Back

Mass is measured in grams in the metric system.

Front

Why is the Metric System based on the number 10?

Back

The Metric System is based on the number 10 because we have ten fingers.

Front

Convert 3680 grams (g) to kilograms (kg).

Back

3680 grams is equal to 3.680 kilograms.

Front

How many millimeters are in 41.5 mm?

Back

41.5 mm is equal to 41.5 millimeters.

Front

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

Back

The basic unit of length in the metric system is the meter (m).

Front

What is the metric unit for measuring volume?

Back

The metric unit for measuring volume is the liter (L).

Front

What is the relationship between kilometers and meters?

Back

1 kilometer (km) is equal to 1000 meters (m).

Front

What is the metric unit for measuring temperature?

Back

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

Front

How many grams are in a kilogram?

Back

1 kilogram (kg) is equal to 1000 grams (g).