Meter Root Words Flashcards

Study Notes

Measurement Systems and Devices

Metric: A comprehensive system for measuring various quantities including length, area, volume, and weight.
Meter: Fundamental unit of length in the metric system; can also refer to devices that measure different parameters.

Temperature and Pressure Measurement

Thermometer: Instrument specifically designed to measure temperature or heat levels.
Barometer: Device used to measure atmospheric pressure, important in weather forecasting.

Visual and Geometric Measurement

Optometrist: Healthcare professional who measures vision, providing eye examinations and prescriptions.
Geometry: Branch of mathematics focused on the study of shapes, sizes, and properties of objects including angles and dimensions.

Distance and Length Measurement

Perimeter: Total distance around a given figure, calculated by adding the lengths of all sides.
Diameter: Measurement of the distance across a circle, passing through the center, effectively twice the radius.
Centimeter: Unit of length in the metric system, equivalent to one hundredth of a meter.
Kilometer: Metric length unit equal to 1,000 meters, commonly used for measuring longer distances.

Speed and Travel Measurement

Odometer: Device installed in vehicles to measure the distance traveled by the vehicle over time.
Speedometer: Instrument that indicates the speed of a vehicle, important for safe driving practices.

Altitude Measurement

Altimeter: Tool used to measure altitude, often found in aircraft and hiking equipment, providing vital information about elevation.

Description

Explore the meanings and definitions of various root words related to measurement in this engaging flashcard quiz. Learn about terms like 'metric', 'meter', and 'thermometer' to enhance your vocabulary in the context of measurement and science.