Intro to Chemistry Flashcard

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What is the volume of a liquid in a graduated cylinder that reads 21.5 mL?

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21.5 mL

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Convert 68 cm to mm.

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680 mm

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What is the definition of volume?

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Volume is the amount of space an object takes up.

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Which is the smallest unit of measurement: milliliter, centiliter, hectoliter, or liter?

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Milliliter

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How many significant figures are in the number 0.998005?

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6

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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 difference between mass and weight?

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

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What unit is commonly used to measure volume in liquids?

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Milliliters (mL) or liters (L)

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What is the significance of significant figures in measurements?

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Significant figures indicate the precision of a measurement.

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How do you convert liters to milliliters?

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Multiply the number of liters by 1000.