SSC
CHEMISTRY
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Question
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Mass is measured in the base unit of ____
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grams
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gramps
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pounds
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newtons
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The basic unit of mass in the metric system is the gram. If a box that is 1 cm long on all sides is filled with water; then the mass of water is 1 gram. Conversion between units of mass in the metric system involves moving the decimal point to the right or to the left.
Detailed explanation-2: -Gram is a measurement of mass used in the metric system. The metric system replaced the gravet system in the 1600s.
Detailed explanation-3: -One way to measure the mass of objects is to use balance scales. A balance scale works by placing the object you want to weigh on one side and adding gram masses to the other side until the scales are level. Masses for weighing usually come as 1 g, 5 g, 10 g, 20 g or more!
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