Measurements/Conversions Flashcards
1
Q
Convert Kg - Mg
A
Kg (1) x G(1000) x Mg (1000)
[divide to reverse]
2
Q
Metric Unit Table
A
Kilo - 1000x larger than base unit
hecto - 100x larger than base unit
deka - 10x larger than base unit
deci - 10x smaller than base unit
centi - 100x smaller than base unit
milli - 1000x smaller than base unit
[multiply by 10 to get to next smallest unit or divide by 10 to get to next biggest unit; keep adding on *10 or /10 to go another unit over]
3
Q
Common - Metric conversions
A
1 meter = 3 feet 3 inches
1 liter = 1 quart
28 grams = 1 ounce
1 decimeter = 4 inches
1 kg = 2.2 pounds