Metric Units
18 Units, 18 Skills
Measurement - Units Intro - Metric
Unit 1
Measurement - Units Practice - Metric
Unit 2
Measurement - Units Advanced - Metric
Unit 3
Measurement - Unit Conversion Intro - Metric
Unit 4
Measurement - Units Large/Small Intro - Metric
Unit 5
Measurement Conversion and Map Scale - Intro - Metric
Unit 6
Measurement - Unit Conversion Practice - Metric
Unit 7
Measurement - Unit Conversion (Very Large and Small) Practice - Metric
Unit 8
Measurement - Unit Conversion Advanced - Metric
Unit 9
Measurement - Units Large/Small Practice - Metric
Unit 10
Measurement - Unit Conversion (Very Large and Small) Intro - Metric
Unit 11
Measurement Conversion and Map Scale - Practice - Metric
Unit 12
Scientific Notation Units - Intro
Unit 13
Measurement - Units Large/Small Advanced - Metric
Unit 14
Measurement Conversion and Map Scale - Advanced - Metric
Unit 15
Scientific Notation Units - Practice
Unit 16
Measurement - Unit Conversion (Very Large and Small) Advanced - Metric
Unit 17
Scientific Notation Units - Advanced
Unit 18
This math unit advances students' knowledge in the metric system, focusing on understanding the relationship between prefixes, exponents, and abbreviations for both extremely large and small measurements. Initially, students learn to convert metric prefixes into corresponding powers of ten and vice versa, beginning with larger units and then addressing smaller units. Their knowledge is then extended to associating these powers with standard metric abbreviations, facilitating precise unit identification based on scientific notation. Progressing further, students engage in converting between various metric length and mass units involving decimals, enhancing their practical and computational skills in unit conversion. The introduction of mnemonic devices aids in retaining and applying the concepts of powers and prefixes effectively, especially when dealing with very large or small magnitudes. Finally, the unit includes exercises that challenge students to compare and determine relative sizes of metric units, solidifying their understanding of the metric system's hierarchical structure. This comprehensive approach develops a thorough competency in metric measurements and conversions, vital for mathematical and scientific applications.
Skills you will learn include:
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