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Study Notes
Measurement Conversions
- 1 ounce (oz) is equivalent to 30 milliliters (mL), useful for liquid measurements.
- 1 tablespoon (T or tbs) equals 15 mL, commonly used in cooking.
- 1 teaspoon (t or tsp) is 5 mL, often utilized for smaller measurements.
- 1 cup, as a standard measuring cup, equals 240 mL or 8 oz, frequently found in recipes.
- 1 liter (L) is defined as 1000 milliliters (mL), a standard metric measurement for volume.
Approximate Equivalencies
- Measurements expressed as approximate equivalents (≈) should be noted as not precise, particularly in household settings.
- Household measurements lack the accuracy and specificity found in the metric system.
Metric System Conversions
- 1 kilogram (kg) translates to 1,000 grams (g), a foundational unit of mass in the metric system.
- 1 kilogram (kg) can also be converted to 2.2 pounds (lbs), helpful for understanding weight in different systems.
- 1 gram (g) equals 1,000 milligrams (mg), emphasizing detail in smaller mass measurements.
- 1 milligram (mg) is equal to 1,000 micrograms (mcg), allowing for precision in minute quantities.
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Test your knowledge on common measurement conversions, including fluid ounces, tablespoons, teaspoons, cups, and liters. This quiz will help you understand both metric and household measurement systems, highlighting approximate equivalencies.
