Estimating and Measuring Mass in Grams and Kilograms

This lesson focuses on estimating and measuring mass using metric units, specifically grams and kilograms. It explains the basic metric units for mass, provides examples of items that weigh about a gram or a kilogram, and guides on choosing the appropriate unit for different objects. The lesson emphasizes understanding the difference between light and heavy items and how to measure them accurately.

What is the basic metric unit for measuring mass?

• Gram

• Meter

• Kilogram

• Pound

How many grams does a small paper clip weigh?

• 1 gram

• 10 grams

• 1000 grams

• 100 grams

What would be a more suitable unit to measure a dollar bill?

• Liters

• Grams

• Kilograms

• Miles

Which item weighs about the same as a kilogram?

• A business card

• A dollar bill

• A baseball bat

• A small paperclip

How much does a nickel weigh?

• 10 grams

• 1 gram

• 5 kilograms

• 5 grams

What is the approximate weight of a liter of water?

• 1 kilogram

• 10 kilograms

• 100 grams

• 1 gram

How many grams are there in a kilogram?

• 1

• 100

• 1000

• 10,000

Which item should be measured in kilograms?

• A pair of glasses

• A watermelon

• A blueberry

• A business card

If an item doesn't weigh as much as a kilogram, in which unit should it be measured?

• Meters

• Grams

• Liters

• Kilograms

Which of the following is likely to weigh several kilograms?

• A cotton ball

• A dime

• A small paperclip

• A dog