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| the metric system is a system of measurement that is used by scientists all over the world. Most countries only use the metric system. In the United States, we use the English System |
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| In the metric system the meter is the basic unit of length. We use a meter stick to measure length |
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| In the metric syste,, the gram is the basic unit of mass. We use a triple beam balence system to measure mass |
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| In the metric system, the liter is the unit of volume. We use a graduated cylinder to measure volume |
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| steps of the scientific ladder |
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1. Kilo 1000
2. Hecto 100
3.Deca 10
4. Gram, Liter, Meter 1
5. Deci 1/10
6. Centi 1/100
7. Milli 1/1000 |
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