Measuring Volume Solids, liquids, and even gases have volume! Volume is the amount of space something takes up Solids, liquids, and even gases have volume! There are different ways to measure volume, 
based on the shape of the object.

For a rectangular solid, we measure 3 different sides



 
(length, width, and height) and multiply them together.

To determine volume of a liquid, we must use a container...

The Liter "family" includes: In the metric system, we measure in Liters The Liter "family" includes: mL and L It takes ________mL to equal ___ L

To read the amount of liquid, you must: Know the increments of the container Have the container on a flat surface Read it at eye level Read the bottom of the meniscus

Graduate practice:

Water displacement method To determine the volume of an irregular shaped object (like a rock)... Think about what happens to the level of water when you get into a bath tub!