Metric System
The Metric System Used by scientists all over the world! Developed by France and known as the International System of Units NOT used by the United States
Different Parts of the Metric System
Temperature Measured in degrees Celsius Measured with a thermometer
Volume Measured in liters (usually milliliters) Measured with a Graduated Cylinder Need to measure in the middle – at the meniscus The right way to use a cylinder
The wrong way to use a cylinder…
Length Measured in meters (usually in centimeters) Measured with a ruler, meter stick, or measuring tape.
Mass Measured in grams Measured with a triple beam balance When balanced, add all numbers together
How not to use a triple beam balance
A Metric Cheat Sheet Measuring Tool Unit to Use Mass Length Volume Copy and fill in the following chart to help you remember the different parts of the metric system Measuring Tool Unit to Use Mass Length Volume Temp