Metric Conversions: Conversions of Mass

The video tutorial explains the concept of mass and how it is measured in different systems, specifically the English and metric systems. It provides examples of converting mass from kilograms to pounds and vice versa, using conversion factors. The tutorial aims to clarify common confusions when switching between these measurement systems.

What is mass and how is it measured in the metric system?

Explain the confusion that may arise when measuring mass in different systems.

If a piece of cheese has a mass of 2 kilograms, what is its mass in pounds?

How do you convert kilograms to pounds?

What is the conversion factor used to convert pounds to kilograms?