Questions and Answers
What is the definition of capacity?
What is a decimeter?
A metric unit used to measure length or distance; 10 decimeters = 1 meter
What is a dekameter?
A metric unit used to measure length or distance; 10 meters = 1 dekameter
What is a milligram?
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What is a milliliter?
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What does weight refer to?
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What is mass?
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Study Notes
Key Vocabulary in Measurement
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Capacity: Refers to the maximum volume a container can hold, essential for understanding liquids and solids in various contexts.
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Decimeter: A metric measurement unit for length or distance, where 10 decimeters equal 1 meter. Useful for measuring smaller objects.
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Dekameter: Another metric unit for length or distance, where 1 dekameter equals 10 meters, often used in surveying and land measurement.
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Milligram: A metric unit for measuring mass, where 1 milligram is equal to 0.001 gram, widely used in chemistry and pharmacology for precise measurements.
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Milliliter: A metric unit for measuring capacity, equivalent to 0.001 liter, commonly used in liquids, including beverages and laboratory solutions.
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Weight: Indicates how heavy an object is, generally measured in units such as grams, kilograms, or pounds in different contexts.
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Mass: Represents the amount of matter within an object, typically measured in grams or kilograms, independent of gravitational force.
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Test your knowledge of key terms from Go Math Chapter 10! This quiz covers important vocabulary such as capacity, and metric units like decimeter and dekameter. Perfect for Grade 5 students looking to reinforce their understanding of measurements.
