mass/density Flashcards
1
Q
define mass
A
the amount of matter in an object
2
Q
what is the base unit of mass
A
grams
3
Q
kilograms (kg)=______g
A
1000
4
Q
weight vs mass
A
weight has the influence of of gravity on mass
5
Q
What are the steps when measuring mass using a triple beam balance
A
1-Zero in the scale
2-place object on the stage
3-addition, 100s+10s+1s
6
Q
what is TARE
A
Eliminate container mass
7
Q
how do you determine density
A
1- find the mass (grams)
2-find the volume (cm3)
8
Q
What is the formula for density
A
density= mass (g)/ volume (cm3)
9
Q
do densities less than 1 sink or float in water
A
float
10
Q
do densities more than 1 sink or float
A
sink
