Matter, Energy, and Measurement

Matter, Energy, and Measurement Objectives

1. Understand the basics of matter and energy

2. Identify proper units for measurements and understand systems of measurement used in science

3. Perform calculations using the appropriate number of significant figures

4. Use dimensional analysis to solve numerical problems

Objective 1. Understand the basics of matter and energy

Tasks:

• • Read Section 1.1 in your text

Upon successful completion of this objective, you should be able to:

• • Differentiate between matter and energy

  • Describe the difference between and provide examples of kinetic and potential energy

Objective 2. Identify proper units for measurements and understand systems of measurement used in science

Tasks:

• • Read Section 1.2 in your text

  • Watch the course video Metric Conversions

 Memorize

• • Metric Pre-fixes (table 1-1 in your text)

Upon successful completion of this objective, you should be able to:

• • Identify appropriate units for various types of measurements 

  • Convert units using the metric system

Objective 3. Perform calculations using the appropriate number of significant figures

Tasks:

• • Read Section 1.3 in your text

Upon successful completion of this objective, you should be able to:

• • Identify the number of significant figures in a measurement

  • Report calculations to the correct number of significant figures

Objective 4. Use dimensional analysis to solve numerical problems

Tasks:

• • Read Section 1.4 in your text

Upon successful completion of this objective, you should be able to:

• • Identify conversion factors

  • Use dimensional analysis as a problem solving technique

  • Apply dimensional analysis to calculate correct dosages