Counting by weighing
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Test yourself first: 5 questions
Question 1 of 5
To measure the mass of a small rock, the best tool is a:
Answer: A. A balance measures mass by comparison with known masses.
Question 2 of 5
The mass number of an atom equals the number of:
Answer: B. Mass number = protons + neutrons. The atomic number counts protons alone.
Question 3 of 5
Which metric unit is used to measure mass?
Answer: C. The gram (and kilogram) measures mass. The liter measures volume; the meter measures length.
Question 4 of 5
A balance is a laboratory tool used to measure:
Answer: B. A balance measures mass by comparing an object to known masses.
Question 5 of 5
Which unit would best measure the mass of an apple?
Answer: B. Grams measure mass; a small apple is roughly 150–200 grams.
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