Physical Sci Measurement Quiz

Which formula correctly describes the relationship between density, mass, and volume?

• D = V / M

• M= D × V

• V = D / M

• D = M × V

What is the base unit for measuring mass in the metric system?

• Gram

• Liter

• Meter

• Second

If an object has a mass of 50 grams and occupies a volume of 25 mL, what is its density?

• 0.5 g/mL

• 2 g/mL

• 25 g/mL

• 75 g/mL

Which of the following is a measure of the amount of matter in an object?

• Length

• Temperature

• Time

• Mass

When measuring the height of a building, which unit would be most appropriate?

• Centimeters

• Kilometers

• Meters

• Millimeters

Which property of matter is represented by the formula D = V / M?

• Volume

• Mass

• Length

• Density

Which of the following is NOT a base unit for the metric system?

• Kelvin

• Kilogram

• Centimeter

• Second

Which of the following units is appropriate for measuring the amount of a liquid substance?

• Gram

• Meter

• Kelvin

• Liter

What is the base unit for measuring length in the metric system?

• Gram

• Meter

• Liter

• Kelvin

If a solid object sinks in water, its density is:

• Less than 1 g/mL

• Exactly 1 g/mL

• Greater than 1 g/mL

• Impossible to determine without more information