Metric Units - Which is Smaller, Prefix (Extremely Small) (Level 1)

This math topic focuses on understanding the relative sizes of metric prefixes, particularly those representing extremely small quantities. Participants are asked to determine which of two given metric prefixes is smaller, such as "nano" versus "pico" or "zepto" versus "atto." This practice is essential for grasping the concept of unit conversion within the metric system, especially for very large and small values, aiding in developing fluency with measurements and their applications in various scientific and mathematical contexts.

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Metric Units - Which is Smaller, Prefix (Extremely Small) Worksheet

Math worksheet on 'Metric Units - Which is Smaller, Prefix (Extremely Small) (Level 1)'. Part of a broader unit on 'Measurement - Units Large/Small Advanced - Metric' Learn online: app.mobius.academy/math/units/measurement_unit_large_small_advanced_metric/

1

Which prefix is smaller

'zepto' or 'yocto'

a

yocto

b

zepto

2

Which prefix is smaller

'yocto' or 'zepto'

a

yocto

b

zepto

3

Which prefix is smaller

'pico' or 'nano'

a

pico

b

nano

4

Which prefix is smaller

'pico' or 'femto'

a

femto

b

pico

5

Which prefix is smaller

'femto' or 'atto'

a

femto

b

atto

6

Which prefix is smaller

'nano' or 'pico'

a

nano

b

pico

7

Which prefix is smaller

'zepto' or 'atto'

a

zepto

b

atto