2.1 Measurements in Science

The metric system is a measurement system based on the number 12.

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Density is a measure of how much mass is contained in a given weight.

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In the International System of Units, the basic unit for measuring mass is the kilogram.

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A meter (m) is the basic SI unit used for measuring mass.

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Mass is a measure of the amount of space in an object.

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The second is the SI unit used to measure time.

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A(n) standard measurement system is important because it allows scientists to compare data and communicate with each other about their results.

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The Kelvin system is the SI unit for temperature.

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The Cubic meter is the amount of space an object or substance takes up.

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Density is a measure of the force of gravity acting on an object.

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