How to Be a Scientist Unit: Measurement Flashcard

Front

What is the unit for temperature?

Back

Celsius

Front

What does a ruler measure?

Back

Length

Front

What is the volume of a liquid measured in?

Back

Milliliters (ml)

Front

Quantitative data is ______.

Back

data that has to do with numbers & can be measured

Front

Qualitative data is ______ and not _______.

Back

observable; measurable

Front

What is the unit for mass?

Back

Grams (g) or Kilograms (kg)

Front

What tool is used to measure temperature?

Back

Thermometer

Front

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

Back

Length x Width x Height

Front

What is the difference between mass and weight?

Back

Mass is the amount of matter in an object; weight is the force of gravity on that mass.

Front

What is the unit for measuring length?

Back

Meters (m) or Centimeters (cm)