Metric System Units Quiz

Units of Measurement in the Metric System

• The standard unit for measuring mass in the metric system is the gram (g).
• A unit of measurement for length is the meter (m).
• The standard unit for measuring volume in the metric system is the liter (L).

Purpose of Units of Measurement

• The purpose of a unit of measurement is to provide a standardized way to express a physical quantity.

International System of Units (SI)

• The International Committee for Weights and Measures (ICWM) is responsible for ensuring worldwide uniformity of measurements and their traceability to the International System of Units (SI).

Metrology

• Metrology is the science of measurement, involving the study of the principles and methods of measurement.

Regulation of Weights and Measures

• Weights and measures are often a subject of governmental regulation in trade to prevent fraud and ensure fairness.

The Modern Metric System

• The modern form of the metric system is the International System of Units (SI).