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Yes, it is called the metric system
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Why do scientist use the metric system?
It is a more precise way of measuring
How can two thirds cups be measured if there is no two thirds measuring cup?
Do you have a 1/3 measuring cup? If so use that twice.
What unit of measurements do scientists and engineers use?
Scientists use a set of measuring units called SI, or the International System of Units.
What are some possible unit for measuring time in the metric system?
The units for measuring time are the same in the metric and Imperial systems: seconds, minutes, hours, days and so on.
Why is it important that we understand the metric system?
We have to communicate with other people so we need to use the same system, in all the world the most common is the metric system. Americans like to use their system (for example, they use feet, inches..), it's not the best way to communicate with others! UK is predominantly metric in weight and volumes but still will uses imperial for distance /measuring now but may still used So it is necessary to use the same system, I have already said the best one (most common hence useful) is the metric system.
What you use Multimeters for?
A multitude of things depending on their capability. Typical multimeter functions include: - Measuring current; - Measuring voltage; - Measuring Resistance; - Measuring continuity (i.e. whether circuit is complete so electricity can pass through it);
Why did the change from the imperial number system to metric?
To simplify the system. The decimal or metric system makes the task of measuring weight, volume, length,or money calculation so much easier.
What is the most commonly use for?
measuring heat..."thermo" as in "thermal" means heat, and a meter is a measuring device...so a thermo-meter or a thermometer is a device that measures heat.
Why should you use a standard in measuring?
So that scientists all over the world can easily compare their results
What are you really measuring when you measure the volume of an object?
You would use any unit that is for measuring length. In the realm of science, it would usually be from the Metric System, but you can measure volume in inches, feet, yards and so on as well. It would be the cubic form of whatever unit (cubic feet, cubic centimeters, etc).
What is the unit for measuring water pollution?
The units used for pollution are the same we use in our daily day routines. We could use the expression calcium carbonate in milligrams per liter. So there is no specific unit for measuring water pollution.
What consequences will result from East Asia's use of its ocean resources?
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