1.3 Vocab

Close to the true value.

• Accurate

• Precise

• Good

• Almost

Tags

NGSS.HS-PS3-1

A measure in one direction.

• Dimensions

• Length

• Ruler

• Inches

An internationally recognized (decimal) measuring system that is based on the meter, liter, gram, and Celsius as units of length, volume, mass, and temperature. The metric system is also known as the SI system, an abbreviation of Système International, which is French for International System.

• Metric System (SI)

• Standard (customary) System

A British-based measuring system that uses units such as inch, yard, mile, gallon, and Fahrenheit.

• Standard (customary) System

• Metric System (SI)

A form of math notation or a mark to indicate a unit of measurement. It is also known as a hash mark or tick mark.

• Hatch Marks

• Lines

• Divisions

• Sections

Adding dimensions to a sketch, using arrows to specify the extent of the dimension.

• Dimensioning

• Measuring

• Sketching

• Designing