Mass Flashcards
1
Q
What is matter?
A
Matter is anything that has mass and volume. We know that volume is the amount of space that matter takes up. Mass is the amount of matter in a substance. (how much “stuff”)
2
Q
How is mass measured?
A
It is measured with a triple beam balance, a double pan balance, or an electronic scale
3
Q
What units is it measured in?
A
It is measured in kg, g, or mg.
IT IS NOT THE SAME AS WEIGHT
4
Q
What are significant digits
A
Significant digits are the measured values in addition to a value that you estimate
