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MEASURING
MATTER
Teacher’s Guide
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MEASURING MATTER
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MEASURING MATTER
Teacher’s Guide
Table of Contents
Introduction ..................................................... 1
Links to Curriculum Standards ....................... 1
Summary of the Video ................................... 1
Pre-Test ............................................................ 2
Video Quiz ....................................................... 2
Instructional Notes .......................................... 2
Student Preparation ....................................... 3
Introducing the Video ................................... 3
Student Objectives......................................... 4
View the Video ............................................... 4
FOLLOW-UP ACTIVITIES ................................... 5
Discussion Questions ...................................... 5
Blackline Masters ............................................ 6
Extended Learning Activities......................... 7
Internet Resources .......................................... 8
Answer Key ...................................................... 9
Script of Narration ........................................ 13
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Measuring Matter
Teacher’s Guide
Grades 2 - 5
Introduction
This video is geared towards students in grades 2 - 5.
The goal of the program is to familiarize students with
the various ways matter can be measured, a principle
necessary to the understanding of physical science.
In this program, students will review the different classes
of matter: solids, liquids, gases and plasma and will
take a closer look at how they are measured. Vivid
examples of matter being measured help students to
better understand the importance of measuring
matter.
Links to Curriculum Standards
This video correlates to the following standards:
A. National Science Education Standards for Grades
K-4 in Physical Science (Content Standard B)
B. Benchmark for Science Literacy (American
Association for the Advancement of Science - Project
2061) - for Grades 3-5 - The Physical Setting
Summary of the Video
In this program, students explore the many different
ways matter can be measured. The physical
dimensions of matter are measured using rulers, and
its temperature is calculated using thermometers. The
principle of density is explained by comparing equal
volumes of two very different types of matter - rock
and foam chips. All measurements are made in metric
units, and students are shown how to read a ruler, a
scale, a beaker, a graduated cylinder, and a
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thermometer. Through measuring different substances,
students see how measurements can accurately
describe the characteristics of matter. They learn
about using the metric system to make measurements
and why these measurements are important.
The video is vocabulary-rich and uses key terminology
such as measurement, solids, liquids, gases, plasma,
metric system, meter, metric ruler, centimeter, volume,
density, cubic centimeter, liter, milliliter, temperature,
Centigrade and Celsius. Numerous colorful and easyto-understand graphics greatly enhance student
understanding of the key concepts involved with
learning about measuring matter.
Pre-Test
An optional pre-test is provided on Blackline Master
#1: Pre- Test. This test will help you determine the level
of student comprehension prior to participating in this
lesson. An Answer Key appears on pages 9-11 of this
Teacher’s Guide.
Video Quiz
The video concludes with a ten-question Video Quiz
which may be used to gauge student comprehension
immediately after the presentation of the video.
Blackline Master #2: Video Quiz provides students with
a printed copy of the questions and a list from which
to choose correct answers.
Instructional Notes
Before presenting this lesson to your students, we
suggest that you preview the video, review this guide,
and the accompanying blackline master activities in
order to familiarize yourself with their content.
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As you review the materials presented in this guide,
you may find it necessary to make some changes,
additions, or deletions to meet the specific needs of
your class. We encourage you to do so, for only by
tailoring this program to your class will they obtain the
maximum instructional benefits afforded by the
materials.
It is also suggested that the video presentation take
place before the entire group under your supervision.
The lesson activities grow out of the context of the
video, therefore, the presentation should be a
common experience for all students.
Student Preparation
You may want students to look up the vocabulary
words addressed in the video, have them write down
the definitions, and review their spelling and
pronunciations. Terms such as measurement, solids,
liquids, gases, plasma, metric system, meter, metric
ruler, centimeter, scale, volume, density, cubic
centimeter, liter, milliliter, temperature, Centigrade
and Celsius may be unfamiliar to students. Studying
these terms before viewing the video will greatly
enhance student understanding of the topic.
Introducing the Video
To introduce the video, ask students if they have ever
measured matter. Ask them if they have ever used a
scale to determine their own weight. Have they ever
used a measuring tape to see how tall they were?
You may want to supply a bathroom scale and/or
height chart to measure weight and height of
individual class members. Why is it helpful to know what
something weighs and how tall it is? Tell them that
measurement helps scientists describe matter, and
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that scales and other devices allow them to take
measurements. Ask them if they know any other ways
that they can measure matter. Have they ever used
measuring cups and spoons when helping an adult
to cook or bake? This is also a method of measuring
matter. Break the students into small groups have
them come up with a list of ten different examples of
measuring matter. After 15 minutes, collect their lists
and compile them for all to see. After discussing these
different ways of measuring matter, instruct the
students to pay close attention to the video, as they
will learn many of the ways that scientists measure
matter.
Student Objectives
After viewing the video and completing the lessons
and activities, students should be able to do the
following:
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Define key vocabulary terms: measurement,
solids, liquids, gases, plasma, metric system,
meter, metric ruler, centimeter, volume, density,
cubic centimeter, liter, milliliter, temperature,
Centigrade and Celsius.
Demonstrate how to use a metric ruler or meter
stick.
Demonstrate how to use a scale to measure
weight.
Demonstrate how to measure liquids.
Demonstrate how to measure temperature.
Identify and perform mathematical calculation
associated with the metric system prefixes kilo-,
cent-, and mill-.
View the Video
This video is approximately eighteen minutes in length.
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FOLLOW-UP ACTIVITIES
Discussion Questions
Following the video, students may have additional
questions. Allow time for students to air their questions.
Avoid answering the students’ questions directly. Ask
them additional questions leading them to the answer
on their own, or encourage other students in the class
to answer questions.
There are numerous issues which may warrant further
questions. As a class you may wish to discuss the
questions on Blackline Master #3: Discussion Questions,
which may be distributed prior to class discussion.
Answers to these questions appear in the Answer Key
on pages 9-11 of this guide.
What are the four types of matter?
Give examples of when you might use a meter stick.
Describe how to use a scale to measure the weight of
a rock using the metric system.
1. What is the definition of volume?
2. What is a cubic centimeter?
3. What is the definition of density?
4. Give an example of when you might measure liquids
using the metric system.
5. Give an example of when you might measure the
temperature using the metric system.
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Blackline Masters
The following Blackline Master activity sheets are
included with this guide. You may replicate and
distribute them as needed. An Answer Key appears
on pages 9-11 of this guide.
(1.) Blackline Master #1: Pre-Test is to be given to
your students prior to viewing the video to assess their
prior knowledge of the topic.
(2.) Blackline Master #2 is the sheet corresponding
to the Video Quiz questions found at the end of the
video. You may want to stop the video before the
Video Quiz in order to distribute this sheet. Students
should select the answers from the list at the bottom
of the page. Review the questions and answers as a
group, or collect the sheets for grading; they will help
you determine student comprehension immediately
following the video but before executing the Followup Activities.
(3.)
Blackline Master #3: Discussion Questions
correspond with the questions presented in the
previous section, and may be distributed prior to class
discussion.
(4.) Blackline Master #4: Vocabulary Exercise will
help students to further understand the terminology
of the subject matter.
(5.) Blackline Master #5 is a Writing Exercise which
allows the students to creatively use the vocabulary
and concepts they have learned about measuring
matter.
(6.) Blackline Masters #6: The Metric System is
intended to familiarize students with the symbols used
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in the metric system, and the mathematical functions
used to convert between units.
(7.) Blackline Master #7: Measuring Matter asks
students to measure matter in the classroom using a
metric ruler and meter stick. You will need to supply
these measuring devices, as well as five objects for
measurement. You will want to measure each of the
objects in order to check the accuracy of student
measurements. The exercise may be completed by
individuals or groups. Complete the exercise by sharing
results as a class.
(8.) Blackline Master #8: Post-Test is to be given to
your students after viewing the video and completing
the accompanying exercise to assess their knowledge
of the topic.
Extended Learning Activities
Observation Skills - Divide the class into three groups,
with one student from each group designated as the
recorder. Give the first group a metric ruler and have
it measure different objects around the classroom.
Give the second group a metric scale and have it
also make measurements of the weight of various small
objects around the room. Finally, give the third group
a metric thermometer and have them take
measurements of the temperature of various places
in the room. After 15 minutes, have each group hand
in its list of observations. Have one person in each
group describe what they learned.
Creative Writing - Have the students research the
measurements which are important in a particular
sport, such as football, soccer, tennis, basketball, skiing,
or hockey. The students can look into the requirements
for the playing field, equipment needed for each sport,
and rules and regulations, and then write a one-page
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paper with all these details.
Career Connection - Invite a doctor, nurse, or lab
technician to talk to the class about how these careers
use the metric system. Why do they use the metric
system and not English measures? Have them provide
examples on how they use the metric system in their
daily job assignments.
Internet Resources
National Academy of Sciences
http://www.nas.edu/
Eisenhower National Clearinghouse
http://www.enc.org/nf_index.htm
National Science Education Standards
http:www.nap.edu/readingroom/books/nses/html/
Education World
http://www.education-world.com
Electric Library
http://www.k12.elibrary.com/classroom
Classroom Connect
http://www.classroom.com
NASA Spacelink
http://spacelink.nasa.gov
http://spacelink.nasa.gov/Spacelink.Cool.Picks
FREE - Federal Resources for Educational Excellence
http://www.ed.gov/free/s-scienc.html
Teachers.Net
www.teachers.net
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Classroom Connect
www.classroom.com
Education World
www.education-world.com
Blue Web’n
www.kn.pacbell.com/wired/bluewebn
Answer Key
Blackline Master #1: Pre-Test
1.
T
2.
F
3.
T
4.
F
5.
F
6.
T
7.
T
8.
T
9.
T
10.
F
Blackline Master #2: Video Quiz
1.
measuring
2.
metric
3.
length
4.
grams
5.
volume
6.
density
7.
low
8.
beakers
9.
temperature
10.
Celsius
Blackline Master #3: Discussion Questions
1. solid, liquid, gas, and plasma
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2. Answers will vary
3. One uses a scale to measure metric weight by
placing the rock on the scale and reading the number
indicated to determine how many grams or kilograms
it weighs.
4. Volume is the amount of space that an object takes
up.
5. A cubic centimeter is one centimeter high by one
centimeter long by one centimeter wide.
6. Density is the amount of matter per unit of volume.
7. Answers will vary
8. Answers will vary
Blackline Master #4: Vocabulary Exercise
centimeter - unit of measurement used on metric rulers
and meter sticks - 100 to one meter
cubic centimeter - one centimeter high x one
centimeter long x one centimeter wide
density - amount of matter per unit of volume
liter - unit in the metric system used for measuring the
volume of liquids
measurement - the way to describe the characteristics
of matter through numbers
metric system - system of measurement used
throughout the world and commonly used in science
to measure matter
milliliter - smaller metric unit used for measuring the
volume of liquids
solids - have a definite shape and take up a definite
amount of space
temperature - measure of the energy or heat of matter
volume - amount of space matter takes up
Blackline Master #5: Writing Exercise
Each story will vary depending on the student.
Students should try to use all the vocabulary words
listed in their text.
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Blackline Master #6: The Metric System
1. m
2. l
3. cm
4. ml
5. gr
6. kg
7. C
8. 2000
9. 8000
10. 6000
11. 4
12. 70
13. 1
14. 5
15. 200
Blackline Master #7: Measuring Matter
Answers will vary depending on the objects being
measured.
Blackline Master #8: Post- Test
1. weighing , measuring
2. metric
3. centimeter wide x 1 centimeter long x 1 centimeter
tall
4. gram
5. temperature
6. solid, liquid, gas, plasma
7. liquids
8. heat or energy
9. centigrade or Celsius
10. length, width, height
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Measuring Matter
Script of Narration
The crisp autumn air is cool, how could you find out what the
temperature is?
This truck being filled with rock is very heavy. How could you
figure out its weight?
This cow is fairly tall. How could you calculate her height?
This feather is very light. How could you determine its weight?
This book takes up a lot of space in this briefcase. How could
you see how much space it takes up?
This drop contains a small amount of water. How would you figure
how much water it is holds?
These different types of matter can be measured. Measurement
is a way to describe the characteristics of matter through
numbers. During the next few minutes, we are going to explore
the many different ways matter can be measured.
Believe it or not, you probably already have some experience
measuring matter. For example, you’ve probably measured your
body weight on a scale. And you’ve probably measured your
height as well. These are just a couple of different ways matter
can be measured. Before we talk about the other ways to
measure matter, let’s review the different types of matter.
One of the most familiar types of matter are solids. Solids are
every where you look. Solids have a definite shape and take up
a definite amount of space. As we will see later, there are many
ways to measure the different characteristics of solids.
Liquids are another type of matter with which you are very
familiar. You might have had orange juice for breakfast or poured
milk on your cereal. Liquid is one of the most common substances
on earth. The world’s oceans are made of liquid water, and cover
most of the globe’s surface. Liquids take up a definite amount of
space, but do not have a definite shape Liquids, like solids, can
be measured in different ways, with different tools.
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Gases are the third type of matter. You are breathing gases from
the air at this very moment. Because gases do not have a definite
shape, and do not take up a definite amount of space, they are
sometimes difficult to measure.
Plasma is the fourth type of matter. Plasma is rare here on earth,
but it is common in space and is the material which makes up
stars. Plasma is a gas-like substance that is not common on earth.
Perhaps someday you will travel to the stars and actually measure
plasma.
Now let’s talk in more detail about measuring solids.
Before we actually begin to measure solids, let’s discuss something
called the “metric system.” The metric system is a system of
measurement used throughout the world. The metric system is
commonly used in science to measure matter. We can use the
metric system to measure the size of objects. Size is one of the
most commonly measured characteristics of solids.
To measure the size of smaller objects, all you need is a metric
ruler or a meter stick. The meter is the basis for units of measuring
length in the metric system. This is a meter. It’s just a little larger
than a yardstick.
Both metric rulers and meter sticks have smaller units of
measurement called “centimeters.” There are 100 centimeters
in one meter. If you look closely at the metric ruler, you will notice
that a centimeter is a small distance.
To measure this fish we can use a metric ruler. With something
bigger, like this cow, it would be necessary to use a meter stick
When you get a chance, use a metric ruler or meter stick to
measure solids in your home.
It is also possible to measure the weight of solids. Each one of
these horses weighs over 900 kilograms.
This tool, called a “scale,” is often used to measure the weight of
objects. The metric system uses grams to measure weight. This is
a one- gram weight, and this is a 50- gram weight.
How many grams do you think this cucumber weighs? Let’s see.
As the scale shows, this cucumber weighs 250 grams.
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How about this ox? It weighs over 700 kilograms. One kilogram
equals 1000 grams. In other words, the ox weighs 700,000 grams.
How about this pile of foam chips. What do think the pile weighs?
We will put them in a plastic bag so that we can weigh them.
They weigh 50 grams.
How about this rock? What do you think it weighs? It weighs 50
grams, the same as the foam chips
Why do you think this rock weighs the same as the foam chips
even though it is much smaller? In other words, how can the foam
chips take up so much more space or volume, and still weigh
the same as the rock? Before answering this question, let’s take
a closer look at volume, and something called density.
Volume is the amount of space matter takes up. All things have
volume. Our bodies have volume and they take up a certain
amount space. These small colorful flowers takes up less volume
than these large trees. And these foam chips have a greater
volume than this smaller rock. Even though the foam chips have
a greater volume than the rock they weigh much less. Why? It is
because they have a lower density.
Density is the amount of matter per unit of volume. Foam has a
low density and feels light. Foam has such a low density that it
can float on water, but the rock has a high density, and as you
can see, it sinks in water.
Let’s look at another example of something many of you like to
eat - popcorn. These are popcorn seeds. They are relatively
dense and hard. Let’s weigh these seeds. As you can see they
weigh 50 grams. Let’s heat these seeds to make popcorn. After
a few minutes, you can eat the seeds that have been
transformed into delicious popcorn! Do you think the weight of
the popcorn has changed?
As you can see the weight has stayed the same at 50 grams.
However, the density has changed. Now the popcorn has a
greater volume. It is less dense because it has its mass spread
out over a greater space.
These cotton balls are light and fluffy. They have a low density.
But this rock is heavy and compact. It has a high density.
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There are different ways to express the volume of solids. A cubic
meter is one way to express the amount of volume that all these
pumpkins on this wagon take up. A cubic meter can be thought
of as a cube or three dimensional square that is one meter high
by one meter long by one meter wide. Cubic centimeters are
often used to express the volume of smaller amounts of solids.
This is a cubic centimeter. It is one centimeter high by one
centimeter long by one centimeter wide.
As we said, liquids take up a definite amount of space or volume,
but do not have a definite shape. Because they do not have a
definite shape, we need to pour liquids into containers to measure
them. Perhaps you have used measuring containers like these or
measuring spoons when measuring liquids when cooking
The unit in the metric system used for measuring the volume of
liquids is called the “liter.” This container is holding a liter of water.
This is a beaker. Beakers are containers often used by scientists
to measure liquids. If you look closely at this beaker, you can see
that uses units of measurement called “milliliters,” symbolized by
the letters “ML.” A milliliter is a smaller metric unit used for
measuring the volume of liquids. There are 1000 milliliters in a
liter.
We can also learn something about matter by measuring its
temperature. Temperature is a measure of the energy, or heat,
of matter.
A thermometer is a tool we can use to see how hot or cold matter
is. In the metric system, we measure temperature in degrees
Centigrade or degrees Celsius. This hot liquid has a temperature
of over 60 degrees Centigrade. And this cold stream has a
temperature of 5 degrees Centigrade.
As we saw earlier, gases, such as those coming from this burning
log, do not have a definite shape and do not take up a definite
amount of space. We know that gas has matter because gases
can move objects. The gas sprayed from this can is moving these
bits of paper. And gas has weight as shown by the balloons
balancing on this meter stick.
Because gases have no definite shape or volume, we can
measure them in different ways. One way is to measure gases
by weighing them. For example, this can of propane weighs
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about 12 kilograms.
We can also measure gas by measuring its volume. For example,
this gas takes up five cubic centimeters of volume.
During the past few minutes we have reviewed the different
classes of matter, including solids, liquids, gases, and plasma. And
we have taken a closer look at how solids, liquids, and gases
can be measured.
Next time you get a chance, try to measure some of the different
types of matter in your home. You might just be surprised at what
you learn by measuring matter.
Fill in the correct word when you hear this tone. Good luck and
let’s get started.
___________ is a way to describe matter with numbers.
The _______________ system is used by scientists to measure matter.
A meter is used to measure the __________ of objects.
The metric system uses ___________ to measure weight.
_______________ is the amount of space matter takes up.
_______________ is the amount of matter per unit of volume.
Cotton balls have a ___________ density.
Containers called ___________ are often used by scientists to
measure liquid.
_____________ is a measure of heat, or energy of matter.
In the metric system, temperature is recorded in units of degrees
___________.
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Pre-Test
Directions: Circle the “T” if a statement is true or “F” if it is false (F).
There are many different ways matter can be measured.
T
F
One of the least familiar types of matter is solids.
T
F
The metric system is a system of measurement used throughout the world.
T
F
It is not possible to measure the weight of solids.
T
F
Density is the amount of space matter takes up.
T
F
A liter is used to measure the volume of liquids.
T
F
One milliliter of water equals one gram of water.
T
F
Temperature is the measure of the energy or heat of matter.
T
F
Gases can be measured by weighing them.
T
F
Matter consists of solids, liquids, gasses, and plastics.
T
F
“Measuring Matter”
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Name_________________________
Video Quiz
Directions: Fill in the blank with the correct word from the list at the bottom of the page. Not all
words from the list will be used.
1. ____________________________________ is a way to describe matter with numbers.
2. The ____________________________________ system is used by scientists to measure matter.
3. A meter is used to measure the ____________________________________ of objects.
4. The metric system uses ____________________________________ to measure weight.
5. ____________________________________ is the amount of space matter takes up.
6. ____________________________________ is the amount of matter per unit of volume.
7. Cotton balls have a ____________________________________ density.
8. Containers called ____________________________________ are often used by scientists to
measure liquid.
9. ____________________________________ is a measure of heat, or energy of matter.
10.
In the metric system, temperature
____________________________________ .
is
recorded
in
units
of
degrees
beakers
Celsius
centimeter
density
Fahrenheit
gases
grams
length
low
measuring
meter
metric
milliliter
temperature
volume
“Measuring Matter”
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Name_________________________
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Discussion Questions
Directions: Answer the following questions in the space provided or out loud.
1. What are the four types of matter?
2. Give examples of when you might use a meter stick.
3. Describe how to use a scale to measure the weight of a rock using the metric system.
4. What is the definition of volume?
5. What is a cubic centimeter?
6. What is the definition of density?
7. Give an example of when you might measure liquids using the metric system.
8. Give an example of when you might measure the temperature using the metric system.
“Measuring Matter”
©1999 Dr. Brian A. Jerome, Ph.D.
Distributed by AGC/United Learning
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Name_________________________
Vocabulary Exercise
Direction: Match the definition on the right column with the word in the left column by drawing
a line to the correct definition. You may need to use your dictionary in order to find the correct
match.
centimeter
unit of measurement used on metric rulers and
meter sticks - 100 to one meter
Celsius
cubic centimeter
system of measurement used throughout the
world and commonly used in science to
measure matter
density
liter
measurement
the way to describe the characteristics of
matter through numbers
unit in the metric system used for measuring
the volume of liquids
milliliter
solids
temperature
volume
have a definite shape and take up a definite
amount of space
one centimeter high by one centimeter long
by one centimeter wide
amount of space matter takes up
amount of matter per unit of volume
smaller metric unit used for measuring the
volume of liquids
measure of the energy or heat of matter
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Writing Exercise
Directions: In the space below, write a short story in three short paragraphs about measuring
matter. Use the following words in your story: measure, solids, liquids, meter, metric system,
centimeter, volume, density, cubic centimeter, liter, milliliter, temperature, Centigrade and
Celsius.
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The Metric System
Directions: Write the symbol for each unit in the spaces provided.
Measurement
Unit
1. length
meter
2. volume
liter
3. length
centimeter
4. volume
millimeter
5. mass/weight
gram
6. mass/weight
kilogram
7. temperature
degrees Celsius
Symbol
Directions: Convert the following measurements to the new units given.
8. 2 kilograms =
__________ grams
9. 8 liters =
__________ milliliters
10. 6 kilograms =
__________ grams
11. 400 centimeters =
__________ meters
12. 70000 grams =
__________ kilograms
13. 1000 milliliters =
__________ liter
14. 5000 meters =
__________ kilometers
15. 2 meters =
__________ centimeters
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Measuring Matter
Objective:
In this experiment, use a metric ruler or measuring stick to calculate the dimensions of several
objects supplied by your teacher.
Materials:
metric ruler
meter stick
pencil
paper
Procedure:
1. Measure the length, height, and width of five objects supplied by your teacher by your
teacher.
2. Write the name of each object in the first column of the data table, labeled “Object.”
3. Record your measurements in the columns labeled “Length,” “ Height,” and “Width.”
Data Table
Object
Length
Height
Width
Conclusion:
Describe any problems you encountered when performing the measurements and calculations.
How could you have made your measurements more precise?
“Measuring Matter”
©1999 Dr. Brian A. Jerome, Ph.D.
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Name_________________________
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Post - Test
Directions: Fill in the blank with the correct word and answer the questions with the appropriate
response.
1. Gas can be measured either by ________________ or by ________________ its volume. (10 pts)
2. The ________ system is a system of measurement used throughout the world. (10 pts)
3. Describe a cubic centimeter. (10 pts)
4. One milliliter equals one ____________ of water.(10 pts)
5. _____________ is the measure of the energy or heat of matter. (10 pts)
6. What are the four different types of matter? (10 pts)
7. Containers called breakers and graduated cylinders are often used by scientists to measure
____________. (10 pts)
8. Temperature is a measure of ____________ of matter. (10 pts)
9. Units of degrees ___________ or ____________ are used to measure temperature. (10 pts)
10. To calculate an object’s volume, multiply ___________ times ___________ times ___________.
(10 pts.)
“Measuring Matter”
©1999 Dr. Brian A. Jerome, Ph.D.
Distributed by AGC/United Learning
All rights to print materials cleared for classroom duplication and distribution.