Measuring Weight, Mass, and Length

Weight is the amount of gravity it takes to hold an object to the ground. It change based upon the planet you are on. Mass is the amount of matter in an object. It does not change. With the metric system, we refer to our measurement as mass. With customary units of measurement, we refer to our measurements as weight.

Metric Measurement: Mass

Take some time to explore using the grams and kilograms. Play with the balance.

A real balance is best, but you can find a virtual balance here.

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Let's Learn about Measuring Mass:

Watch the following video to learn more about measuring with grams and kilograms.

Measure the mass of your growth creature. Record your results carefully on your data sheet. (Print this chart and all other items here)

Make sure to include a label for your unit of measurement.

Customary Measurement: Weight

Take some time to explore using the ounces and pounds. Play with the balance.

Let's learn about measuring weight using customary measurement. Watch the following video to learn more about measuring with pounds and ounces.

Measure the weight of your grow creature. Record your results carefully on your data sheet.

Make sure to include a label for your unit of measurement.

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Measuring Length

Metric Measurement: Length (centimeters and millimeters)

Let's learn about measuring length using metric units of measurement.

Customary Measurement: Length (inches to the 1/4 inch)

Let's learn about measuring length using customary units of measurement.

Measure the length of your grow creature using centimeters and inches. Record your results carefully on your data sheet.

Make sure to include a label for your units of measurement.

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