Using a triple beam balance, tutorial watch and listen vbaf6hovk6ji triple beam balance reading, practice. Metric measurement lab students name january 27, 2009 2 nd semester 1 st block mrs. Meterstick pen pencil white paper metric ruler procedure. Measuring using the metric system mastering the metric ruler, gram scale, graduated cylinder, and thermometer. Employ the metric system of measurem ent to measure length, mass, volume. Metric measurement and data analysis bsc 1007c introduction to biology. No scientific measurements or calculations may be more. After many years of teaching, i have come to realize that what my st. Be sure to report your findings in inches, feet, millimeters, centimeters, meters, and kilometers. Record your measurements to the nearest tenth of a centimeter in the data table 1. Lab activity adapted from sylvia mader human biology laboratory manual, th edition. The metric system is the standard system of measurement in the sciences, including biology, chemistry, and physics. Introduction to metric measurement includes reading assignments, experiences in measurement, and quizzes on this particular concept. Scientific notation conversion unit 1 metric measurement duration.
You will be asked to use pieces of lab equipment carefully and accurately. But it will take some time for any of these clientside approaches to be. Metric measurement stations stations are setup with the number of students in mind. English or metric measurement of gage blocks, length standards, thread gages, plugs, pins, and just about any precision part is accomplished with ease. Metric measurements lab introduction in many earth science investigations, precise measurements must be made before observations can be interpreted. While most of the world has adopted the metric system, the united states still clings to the standard system, also called the customary system. Download the scientific measurement lab, created by jason howe, 7 th and 8 th grade science teacher at cohen middle school, elmira heights, ny. In addition, this laserbased measuring system can measure a wide range of rings, micrometers, calipers, snap gages, and other internal dimensions. The metric system of measurement has been adopted by most countries in the world and all scientists for two primary reasons. There is a task card with instructions for each station. Metric measurement lab in this experiment, you will learn to make measurements using the metric system.
For everyday measuring, we still use english units such as the inch, quart, and pound. Scientists can only expect to communicate effectively if they are using a common language. This notes sheet comes with an a version that has blanks for students t. This zipped file contains the following files in pdf form. Metric measurement lab notes leave this sheet on lab there are 8 stations set up in the classroom. This lab worksheet was based on a gummy bear lab available online. As all scientific measurements utilize the metric system, we must first say a few things about it before proceeding on. You will use many of these units of measure during lab activities. These measurements will encompass mastering the metric ruler, gram scale, and the graduated cylinder, and thermometer. Utilizing either a meterstick or ruler, find the linear measurement of the following items. Thus, 1 m 100 cm knowing this we can set up a proportion to convert 1. Measurement magnitudes of measurements are typically given in terms of a specific unit.
Metric measurement lab carroll county public schools. The simplest way to measure length is to use an ordinary meter stick. The metric system and measurement introduction english. Experiment 1 the metric system, density and temperature. With a meterstick or metric ruler, make the measurements of various objects listed in the data table 1. Find the distance between the two index cards in the hallway in meters 4. Above each column write the name of the unit that is abbreviated below it.
The purpose of this lab was to apply the scientific method and to use the metric system. In science, the metric system is used almost exclusively, so most of the equipment and instruments used in a chemistry lab generally measure centimeters, millimeters, milliliters, and grams. Often you will use balances, metric rulers, and graduated cylinders to make measurements in the lab, and then use these numbers in various calculations. Use a large graduated cylinder to measure the capacity of the flask. The metric system uses a basic set of units and prefixes.
The metric unit of mass that the balance uses is the gram. I am a science lab teacher and needed an inexpensive way for students to measure tadpoles while still in the containers. How tall would a stack of 100 pennies be in centimeters. Below are two simple ways to remember some of the key calculations grams milligrams micrograms for converting grams to milligrams to micrograms follow these simple rules 1. The metric system is the world standard for measurement. This packet contains over 100 pages of readytorun materials covering the metric system, metric conversion, and measurement proficiency. Connect decimal representations to the metric system. Measurement virtual labs warren county public schools. Circle the unit you used to directly measure with for each item. Use ten pennies and a metric ruler to complete this section. In the laboratory, our meter sticks are carefully calibrated in centimeters with a millimeter least. In surveying, the most commonly used units define quantities of length or distance, area, volume, and horizontal or vertical angles. The metric system of measurement has been adopted by most countries in the world and all. Additional measurement guidance for true streaming audio is covered in the mrc audio measurement guidelines currently in development as of the release of this document.
Metric measurement lab notes leave this sheet on lab. Length meter mass gram volume liquid liter volume solid cm3 1 ml 1 cm3. Metric measurement lab there are 7 stations set up in the classroom. They should be able to start the lab on the first day, and finish the lab the following day of class. Linear measure use the metric stick to measure the items listed below. If students do well with the lab, perhaps no further labs would be required. If a metric measurement is less than one, precede the decimal with a zero. For everyday measuring, we still use english units such as the inch, quart and pound. Metric system chart we notice that a centimeter is 100 times smaller than a meter. Science skill sheetreading a metric ruler from your science teacher to help you out. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. Start studying metric measurement and microscopy lab 1.
The system is used in all parts of the world to measure volumes, lengths, areas and weights. Metric system calculations many of the calculations needed in nursing practice relate to the metric system. Conversions in the metric system george brown college. All of the measurements done in this course will use the metric system. Many objects can just be measured directly by placing them on a balance, but how do you find the mass of water or a powdery substance in a container. Measurements are further expressed using a superunit prefix or subunit prefix. Create an unlimited supply of worksheets for conversion of metric measuring units for grades 27. The worksheets can be made in html or pdf format both are. You will need a small graduated cylinder 25 continue reading metric measurement lab. Express measurements using the correct number of significant figures.
The metric system measurement of length and weight. Please note that without the units, numbers are meaningless. The metric system and measurement introduction the metric system is the world standard for measurement. In metric measurement olympics, students rotate through 8 lab stations in which they compare our. Take a guess how many drops of water will it take to equal 1 milliliter. You will be writing a formal lab report for this lab, using the format explained on a prior content page in this module. Measure length, volume and mass using appropriate scientific instruments. In the international metric system, the standard unit for weight is the gram g.
The standard unit of volume is the liter l and the standard unit for length is the. Gummy bear lab pdf this lab incorporates a variety of metric measurements length, volume, mass, and density to record what happens to a gummy bear when it is placed in a water overnight. This is important so that you can take good measurements and get good results. The metric system lab the metric system is based on decimals, the same way that money is. At each station, the group will perform a measurement that is commonly used in a chemistry lab. Metric conversions flow charts 9919 or 91019 the worksheet and reference sheet can be found in 7th grade files due 91119 make up website assignment for new students to my class. While the actual language changes from country to country, the one thing that remains fairly constant is the language of the metric system.
Not only is it used by scientists throughout the world, but most nations have adopted it as their standard of measurement. Now let us go over dimensional measurement that is measure of length, width, and height. Graphing, concept mapping, scientific method, metric system, scientific measurement, lab safety, significant digits, analyzing data, graphic organizers, scientific notation, scientific writing, and more. The metric unit of mass that the balance uses is the. The equipment and supplies needed for each station are already at the station. Using a meter stick or hand mm ruler, measure your textbook thickness in. Monday 9919 turn in a piece of paper wyour name, date and period in the upper right hand corner. Use a graduated cylinder to measure 50 ml of water and add to the cup. In canada, the metric system was legalized in 1871, although the imperial system of measurement feet and pounds continued to be widely used until the second half of the 20th century. To measure something you need a standard system of units and a device to measure it.
Measurements and the metric system the word measure means to determine the size, capacity, extent, volume, or quantity of anything, especially as determined by comparison with some standard or unit. Includes 10 files below 1 science safety and sensibility. Measurement tutorials and virtual lab practice you must you earbuds. The teaching the metric system packet is available here. The metric system is based on standard units of length, mass and volume. Once the measurement is completed, each member of the group will record the results in the appropriate tablechart. The two systems used for specifying units of measure are the english and metric systems. Use everyday household items to complete the following measurements. There are five stations and each group will have 5 minutes to complete each station. In todays lab you will use get an introduction to measurement by using various instruments to measure the linear dimensions, volume, and mass of objects. One piece of equipment that is used to measure length is a metric ruler. Always include the unit as part of the measurement. The efficiency and effectiveness of the metric system has long been evident to scientists, engineers, and educators.
That is, the units of the metric system are in tens, hundreds or thousands. There is a task card at each station with instructions. This lab will enable you to develop an appreciation of the efficiency of the metric system and the ability to take. Students categorize equipment and find and explain mistakes of equipment use in passages. Each lab station will require the lab partners to measure the length, volume, mass, or temperature of the provided sample. We conducted this lab experiment by obtaining the following items from the teacher. Using the graduations on the beaker, measure the volume of liquid in the beaker. The equipment and supplies for the station are already at the station or the task card directs the students to gather the needed materials. There are different methods for finding the mass of an object. The metric system of measurement has been adopted by 99% of the countries in the world and all scientists for two primary reasons. You will learn to make measurements using the metric system. The metric system is based on units of 10, and conversion to higher or lower values is relatively easy. The metric measurement unit includes labs and activities centered around the topic of metric measurement.
A meter is equal to slightly more than a yard about 10% larger. There are four primary units used for length or distance. Many objects can just be measured directly by placing them on a balance, but how do you find the mass of water or a. Use a graduated cylinder to measure the same liquid. Making metric measurements introduction in many biology investigations, precise measurements must be made before observations can be interpreted. Superunits contain greek prefixes to show multiples of the base unit, so they make the base unit larger. Measurement lab now that you have perfected measuring and converting units using dimensional analysis, its time to try this on your own. Those guidelines do not cover podcast measurement mainly due to the limitations around client side measurement in the industry. Jan 27, 2009 metric measurement lab students name january 27, 2009 2 nd semester 1 st block mrs.
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