Volume Flashcards
1
Q
What is volume measured in?
A
Milliliters
2
Q
What is milliliters equal to?
A
Centimeters squared (with a 3 as exponent)
3
Q
What are some items sold by volume?
A
- gasoline
- soda
- milk
- shampoo
4
Q
What is the most important fact in volume?
A
No two objects can occupy the same space at the same time
5
Q
What is the formula to finding volume?
A
Length times width times height
6
Q
What tool do you need to find volume?
A
A ruler
7
Q
What is the method for finding the volume of irregular shapes called?
A
Water Displacement Method
8
Q
What are the tools required for finding the Water Displacement Method?
A
A graduated cylinder and water
9
Q
What is meniscus?
A
The curve seen at the top of a liquid due to its attraction to the container
