Metric Conversions: Conversions of Volume

The video tutorial explains the concept of volume, which is the space occupied by solids, liquids, and gases. It focuses on measuring liquid volume, providing examples of converting liters to gallons and vice versa. The tutorial demonstrates the use of conversion factors to perform these calculations, highlighting practical applications such as measuring water in a bucket and gasoline in a car.

What is volume?

• The amount of space an object occupies

• The color of an object

• The weight of an object

• The temperature of an object

How many gallons are there in 8.5 liters of water?

• 2.21 gallons

• 4.0 gallons

• 3.5 gallons

• 1.5 gallons

What is the conversion factor from liters to gallons?

• 0.26 gallons per liter

• 1.0 gallon per liter

• 2.5 gallons per liter

• 3.78 gallons per liter

If you have 18 gallons of gasoline, how many liters is that equivalent to?

• 50.0 liters

• 75.0 liters

• 60.0 liters

• 68.04 liters

What is the conversion factor from gallons to liters?

• 0.26 liters per gallon

• 1.0 liter per gallon

• 3.78 liters per gallon

• 2.5 liters per gallon