Exploring the Triple Beam Balance in Learning Labs

Why would you weigh less on the Moon compared to Earth?

• Because the Moon has a higher gravity.

• Because the Moon has no atmosphere.

• Because the Moon is farther from the Sun.

• Because the Moon has lower gravity.

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What is mass?

• The density of an object.

• The weight of an object.

• The volume of an object.

• The amount of matter in an object.

What unit is used to measure mass?

• Kilograms

• Liters

• Pounds

• Meters

What is a triple beam balance used for?

• Measuring volume

• Measuring mass

• Measuring temperature

• Measuring length

What are the sliding weights on a triple beam balance called?

• Scales

• Riders

• Sliders

• Weights

What should you do before starting to measure with a triple beam balance?

• Check the battery

• Clean the tray

• Calibrate the scale

• Set the riders to zero

What does the top rider on a triple beam balance count by?

• 0.1 grams

• 100 grams

• 10 grams

• 1 gram

How do you determine the mass of an object using a triple beam balance?

• By dividing the numbers on all three riders

• By multiplying the numbers on all three riders

• By subtracting the numbers on all three riders

• By adding the numbers on all three riders

What should you do after measuring an object with a triple beam balance?

• Leave the riders as they are

• Move the riders back to zero

• Turn off the balance

• Clean the tray

Where can students practice measuring mass online?

• EdX.org

• Coursera.org

• KhanAcademy.org

• ExploreLearning.com