Metric System

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What is the metric system?

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A decimal-based system of measurement used internationally, based on units of ten.

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

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Meter (m)

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How many millimeters are in one centimeter?

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10 mm

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

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Gram (g)

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How many grams are in one kilogram?

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1,000 g

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

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Liter (L)

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How many liters are in one milliliter?

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0.001 L or 1 mL = 1/1000 L

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Convert 2.5 kg to grams.

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2,500 g

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What is the temperature scale used in the metric system?

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Celsius (°C)

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How do you convert centimeters to meters?

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Divide the number of centimeters by 100.