there are 4 main reasons why the metric system is used around the world. no fractions easy...
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The Metric System
Why?There are 4 main reasons why the metric system is used around the world.
No fractions Easy conversions – NO MATH! Based on factors of 10 The same prefixes for units
Prefixes
MeasurementsLength
meter (m)
Massgram (g)
Volumeliter (L)
Temperaturedegrees Celsius (˚C)
EquipmentLength
ruler, meter stick, etc.
Masstriple-beam balance, electronic balance
Volumeruler, meter stick, graduated cylinder*
Temperaturethermometer, temperature probe
Conversions
To convert from a SMALL unit to a LARGER unit …move the decimal to the LEFT
To convert from a LARGE unit to a SMALLER unit …move the decimal to the RIGHT
kilo- hecto- deka- (base unit) deci- centi- milli-
1,000 100 10 1 0.1 0.01 0.001
k h da d c m