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The Metric System A way of measuring based on multiples of 10.

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1 The Metric System A way of measuring based on multiples of 10.

2 Length Measured with a meter stick or ruler. Basic unit is the meter. Often km, m, or cm.

3 Volume Measured with a graduated cylinder or a ruler. Basic unit is a liter. Often ml or cm³.

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5 Read at the meniscus

6 Mass Measured with a balance. Basic unit is the gram. Usually kg, g, or mg.

7 Reading the balance

8 Temperature Measured with a thermometer. Basic unit is °C.

9 Easy to convert…Just move the decimal point. You simply need to count how many places you move on the chart AND the direction. 3.4 g = ________kg 567.89 km = ____________ m


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