A thermometer is a devise for measuring temperature
The question is based on a fallacy. Containers need NOT be used when measuring mass.
What is a measuring jug used for
A balance is the best tool for measuring mass.
There is no answer! There is not an opposite of thermostat, a thermostat is a measuring devise.
A scale
A balance is used for measuring mass. A scale is used for measuring weight. (Usually a scale us used for mass.)
a gram
Gram
The kilogram.
a scale
For measuring distance, meter is used. For measuring mass, kilogram is used. For estimating time, second is used.