Do Now: 3min
Standards of Measurements Essential Question: What do scientist use to measure?
Objective Students will be able to understand the units of measurement that scientist use by answering questions related to the units.
International System of Units (SI Units): Standard system of measurement used world wide.
SI Continued… Temperature is measured in K (Kelvins) A unit of measurement that is obtained by combining other units is a derived unit.
Length Distance between two points. EX: Meters, inches, etc…
Volume The amount of space occupied by an object. Expressed in L, cm3 , mL etc..
Mass Amount of matter in an object. EX: Grams Fun Fact:
Density Mass per unit volume of a material.
Time Interval between two occurring events. (seconds
Common Metric Prefixes
Conversion Problems to Solve Name:__________________________ Conversion Problems to Solve Directions: Use your conversion chart to convert the problems. Use the space in the boxes to show your work. 1L=__________mL 150mL=__________L .50g=__________kg 23mg=__________g 50m=__________km 1000cm=_________m
Activity Find your sole mate. Work on the measuring activity with your sole mate. When you are done please take a seat at your assigned seat. DO NOT TALK TO A FRIEND OR YOU WILL LOSE YOUR OUT OF SEAT PRIVLIAGES.
Find the Measurements For Name:_____________________ Directions: With your sole mate you will go around the classroom and measure the items listed on this page. (Use a meter stick if needed or a regular size ruler.) Write down your units (EX: inches, meters, centimeters). Paper clip: Text Book: The Door: The Board: Your Desk: Yourself: