Lab: Measuring Accurately

What is the main purpose of the "Lab: Measuring Accurately" experiment?

• To compare methods and tools for measuring liquid and dry volumes.

• To create a new recipe using flour and water.

• To test the taste of different flours.

• To see which beaker holds the most water.

Which of the following is NOT listed as equipment for the lab?

• Electronic Scale

• 100-mL graduated cylinder

• 2-cup liquid measuring cup

• Thermometer

What unit should the electronic scale be set to when massing flour?

• Grams

• Ounces

• Pounds

• Milliliters

What should you use to level the flour in the dry measuring cup?

• Straight-edged spatula

• Spoon

• Fork

• Knife

What is the purpose of taring the electronic scale before massing flour?

• To set the scale to zero with the empty container

• To measure the temperature

• To calibrate the scale

• To change the units

What should you do to the flour before spooning it into the measuring cup in step 6?

• Stir the flour lightly with a fork to fluff it

• Add water to the flour

• Heat the flour

• Press the flour down

What is the last step after finishing the experiment?

• Put any dirty laundry in the basket

• Throw away the flour

• Leave the lab immediately

• Wash your hands

Put the following steps from Part 1 in the correct order.

• Pour the water from the liquid measuring cup into a 100-mL graduated cylinder.

• Use a 100-mL beaker to measure 50 mL of water.

• Place the measuring cup on a flat surface and view the amount of milliliters at eye level.

• Use a 250 mL beaker to measure 50 mL of water.

• Pour the water from the beaker into a liquid measuring cup.

Which beaker size is NOT listed in Part 1: Measuring Liquid Volume?

• 200 mL

• 100 mL

• 250 mL

• 400 mL

How many different beaker sizes are listed in Part 1?

• Three

• Two

• Four

• Five