measuring mass

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What is mass?

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The amount of matter inside an object.

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Why do we measure mass?

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To find out how heavy or light something is.

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The pencil case weighs ____________ the apple.

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heavier than

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The pitcher weighs ____________ the lamp.

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the same as

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What unit do we use to measure mass?

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Grams (g) and kilograms (kg).

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What is a scale used for?

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To measure the mass of an object.

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If an object is heavier, what can we say about its mass?

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It has more mass than a lighter object.

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If two objects weigh the same, what can we say about their mass?

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They have the same mass.

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What is the relationship between mass and weight?

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Mass is the amount of matter, while weight is the force of gravity on that mass.

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Can mass change if an object moves to a different place?

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No, mass does not change with location.