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Physical Properties of Matter, Density

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Why do we use SI units?

To ensure that our measurements are fair and objective, to have common standards.

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What is the instrument in the picture used for?

Used to measure mass.

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What is the SI unit of mass?

kilogram/kg

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Name the instrument for measuring length shown in the picture.

Vernier calipers

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What is the name of the curved shape that the liquid level makes in narrow glass cylinders such as measuring cylinders?

Meniscus

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Why do we use displacement cans?

To measure the volume of an irregular solid.

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Write the formula for finding the density of an object.

Density = Mass / Volume

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Why do some objects float in water?

Because they have a lower density that water.

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Why do some objects sink in water?

Because some objects have a higher density than water.

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What are three important questions to ask before selecting a material to build an object?

What purpose does the object serve? What physical properties does the object need to have? Is the cost of this material too much for the purpose?

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What is the hardest substance found on the Mohs Scale of hardness?

Diamond

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