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What is the standard unit of length in the metric system?

  • Centimeter
  • Millimeter
  • Meter (correct)
  • Kilometer

    • What is a decimeter?

  • A metric unit of length equal to 0.1 meter (correct)
  • A unit of mass
  • A metric unit of area
  • The basic unit of capacity

    • What is the metric system?

    A system of measurement based on tens.

    How many centimeters are in a meter?

    <p>100</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a kilometer equal to in meters?

    <p>1000 meters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a millimeter represent?

    <p>A metric unit of length.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the milliliter a unit of?

    <p>Capacity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is mass?

    <p>The amount of matter in an object</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many grams are in a kilogram?

    <p>1000 grams</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the standard unit of mass in the metric system?

    <p>Gram</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does capacity refer to?

    <p>The amount of liquid a container can hold</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is volume?

    <p>The number of cubic units it takes to fill a figure.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the basic unit of capacity in the metric system?

    <p>Liter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Measurement Units in the Metric System

    • Meter: Standard unit of length. Fundamental to the metric system.
    • Decimeter: One-tenth of a meter; 10 decimeters equal 1 meter.
    • Centimeter: Represents one-hundredth of a meter (0.01 meters).
    • Millimeter: One-thousandth of a meter; 1000 millimeters equal 1 meter.
    • Kilometer: Equals 1000 meters, used for longer distances.

    Metric System Overview

    • Based on a decimal (base-10) structure, facilitating easy calculations.
    • Basic Units:
      • Length: Meter
      • Capacity: Liter
      • Mass: Gram

    Volume and Capacity

    • Liter: The primary unit of capacity in the metric system, equivalent to 1000 milliliters.
    • Milliliter: One-thousandth of a liter; 1000 milliliters equal 1 liter.

    Mass Measurement

    • Mass: Amount of matter in an object; measured relative to known standards. Weight is influenced by gravity but does not affect mass.
    • Gram: Standard unit of mass; 1000 grams equal 1 kilogram.
    • Kilogram: Metric unit of mass equivalent to 1000 grams.

    Key Concepts

    • Capacity: Refers to the maximum liquid volume a container can hold.
    • Volume: Number of cubic units necessary to fill a three-dimensional figure.

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    Test your knowledge of the metric system with these flashcards. Learn key terms such as meter, decimeter, and centimeter, along with their definitions and interrelations. Perfect for students and anyone looking to refresh their understanding of metric measurements.

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