Measurements in Physics

The second is the SI unit used to measure time.

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What is true of volume? Mark all that apply.

• Amount of space an object takes up.

• You calculate it by multiplying width, length and height.

• Its unit is cubic centimeter.

• To find the density of an object.

A meter (m) is the basic SI unit used for measuring mass.

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• true

Mass is a measure of the amount of space in an object.

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A(n) standard measurement system is important because it allows scientists to compare data and communicate with each other about their results.

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What do we use to measure time?

• A thermometer.

• A stopwatch.

• A ruler.

• Tongs.

Based on the photo, what is the volume of the liquid?

• 35 mL

• 24 mL

• 25 mL

• 30 mL

Find the VOLUME of the rectangular solid shown here.

• 12 cm³

• 18 cm³

• 8 cm³

• 10 cm³

What would you use a RULER for?

• To measure length.

• To measure mass.

• To measure volume.

• To measure time.

What might you use a thermometer for?

• To measure distance.

• To measure temperature

• To measure time

• To measure weight