Measurement in Science - 8th Grade

What are the four quantities measured in the METRIC SYSTEM?

• meters, liters, grams and degrees celsius

• inches, pounds and cups

• cups, ounces, pounds, and tons

• weight, liters, meters, and angles

What is this called?

• thermometer

• triple beam balance

• metestick

What unit does the metric system use to measure mass?

• ounces

• inches

• grams

To measure volume we use a:

• graduated cylinder

• triple beam balance

• meterstick

Use the METRIC RULER shown in the picture to find the length.

• 13.9cm

• 14cm

• 14.2cm

What is the measurement in celsius?

• 70 C

• 20C

• 15C

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS1-4

NGSS.MS-PS3-4

NGSS.MS-PS3-5

Use the graduated cylinder shown in the picture to find the volume

• 31

• 32

• 33

The graduated cylinder shows the starting point of the water before the glue stick is placed in the cylinder.  Determine the volume of the glue stick.

(Amount with - amount without)

• 8 ML

• 15 ML

• 12 ML

• 10 ML

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS1-2

Add the value of all three beams in the picture.

• 38

• 37.7

• 37.3

• 39.2

A table is 392 millimeters = ____ meters (basic unit)

• .392 m

• 39.2 m

• 392,000