Metric Length & Triple Beam Balance Review

Front

What do we call the parts of the triple beam balance that slide along the three beams?

Back

Riders

Front

What is the difference between mass and weight?

Back

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

Front

What is a triple beam balance used for?

Back

A triple beam balance is used to measure the mass of an object.

Front

What unit is commonly used to measure mass in the metric system?

Back

Grams (g)

Front

What is the relationship between centimeters and millimeters?

Back

1 centimeter (cm) is equal to 10 millimeters (mm).

Front

Which is heavier: 1 kilogram or 1000 grams?

Back

They are equal; 1 kilogram is 1000 grams.

Front

What happens to an object's weight on the Moon compared to Earth?

Back

An object's weight is less on the Moon due to lower gravity.

Front

What is the purpose of the pan on a triple beam balance?

Back

The pan holds the object being measured.

Front

How do you read a triple beam balance?

Back

You add the values from each beam to find the total mass.

Front

What is the metric unit for length?

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Meters (m)