Metric System

The metric system is based on the number:

• 5

• 10

• 12

• 36

The basic metric unit for length is the:

• liter

• gram

• meter

• pound

True or False: Scientists use the metric system all around the world.

• True

• False

What scientific tool is used to measure volume of liquids, such as water and chemicals?

• Meter Stick

• Ruler

• Graduated Cylinder

• Triple Beam Balance

What scientific tool is best to measure the length of a classroom?

• Meter Stick

• Ruler

• Graduated Cylinder

• Triple Beam Balance

What scientific tool is used to measure the mass of an object like a beaker?

• Meter Stick

• Ruler

• Graduated Cylinder

• Triple Beam Balance

Which unit below is the largest?

• Kilogram

• Gram

• Centigrams

• Milligrams

What unit is used for measuring MASS in the metric system?

• Grams

• Liters

• Meters

• Miles

Which unit of the metric system is used for measuring VOLUME?

• Meters

• Liters

• Grams

• Ounces

The basic metric unit for temperature is .......

• gram (g)
• meter (m)
• liter (L)
• Celcius (°C)