Metric System Volume Flashcards
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What is the base unit of volume in the metric system?

liters

What is the abbreviation for liter?

L

How is volume defined?

the amount of space an object takes up

Which is larger, 1 liter or 1 gallon?

<p>1 gallon</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which is larger: 1 liter or 999 milliliters?

<p>1 liter</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the abbreviation for milliliters?

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

How many milliliters are in 1 liter?

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

1 cm³ is larger than 1 mL.

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

What instrument is used to find liquid volume?

<p>graduated cylinder</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the curve you see at the top of a liquid in a cylinder?

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

If you are measuring water, should you read the volume from the bottom or top of the curve of the meniscus?

<p>read volume from the bottom of the curve</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does cc stand for?

<p>cubic centimeter (equivalent to 1 mL)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do you find the volume of a cube or rectangular solid?

<p>length x width x height</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Metric System - Volume

  • Base Unit of Volume: The primary metric unit for volume is the liter (L).
  • Abbreviation for Liter: Liter is abbreviated as “L.”
  • Definition of Volume: Volume refers to the total space occupied by an object.
  • Comparison of Volume: 1 gallon is larger than 1 liter.
  • Comparison of Milliliters: 1 liter is larger than 999 milliliters.
  • Abbreviation for Milliliters: Milliliters are denoted as “mL.”
  • Conversion: 1000 milliliters equals 1 liter (1 L = 1000 mL).
  • Volume Equivalence: 1 cubic centimeter (cc) is equivalent to 1 milliliter (mL) and can also be written as cm³.
  • Instrument for Measuring Liquid Volume: A graduated cylinder is commonly used for measuring liquid volumes.
  • Meniscus Definition: The curved surface of a liquid in a cylinder is known as the meniscus.
  • Reading the Meniscus: When measuring water, the volume should be read from the bottom of the meniscus' curve.
  • Volume Calculation for Solids: The volume of a cube or rectangular solid is calculated by multiplying length by width by height (length x width x height).

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Test your knowledge of the metric system's volume units with these flashcards. Learn about liters, gallons, and the definitions that accompany these measurements. Perfect for students looking to master volume concepts in the metric system.

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