Science Mass and Volume

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What is mass?

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Mass is a measure of the amount of matter in an object, typically measured in kilograms (kg).

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What is volume?

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Volume is the amount of space an object occupies, usually measured in liters (L) or milliliters (mL).

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What tool is used to measure mass?

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Triple Beam Balance.

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What tool is used to measure volume?

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Graduated Cylinder.

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What is the formula for calculating the volume of a rectangular prism?

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Volume = length × width × height.

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What is the difference between mass and weight?

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Mass is the amount of matter in an object, while weight is the force exerted by gravity on that mass.

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How do you read a graduated cylinder?

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Read the bottom of the meniscus at eye level to determine the volume.

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What is the unit of measurement for mass in the metric system?

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Kilograms (kg).

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What is the unit of measurement for volume in the metric system?

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Liters (L) or milliliters (mL).

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What is a common use of a ruler in science?

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To measure length or distance.