1. The Metric System EQ: What is the metric system and how is it used?
CVHS Chemistry

2. Metric Unit Conversions
Now for some real chemistry units! Look at Table C Metric Practice.
Conversion Factor: A ratio between 2 measurements.
Ex cm = 1 inch
How many cm are there in 15.2 inches?
15.2 in 2.54 cm = cm
1 inch
*The inches cancel out just like 4/4 =1 inch/inch =1

3. Metric Conversion Chart

4. Metric Unit Conversions
How many inches are there in 15.2 cm?
15.2 cm 1 in = inches
2.54 cm
1. Start with what you’re given
2. Put the units on the bottom to cancel
3. Multiply across the top hit equals and divide by the bottom

5. Metric Unit Conversion Practice
More Practice:
How many cL are in 205 L?
How many ug are in 22.1 g?
DO NOT JUST MOVE THE DECIMAL!