This math topic covers identifying the correct metric unit prefix for given powers of ten. It serves as practice in converting between powers of ten and their corresponding metric prefixes, such as nano, deci, hecto, kilo, etc. This is crucial for understanding scientific notation in metric units, which is widely used in various scientific and engineering fields. Each question provides a power of ten, and students must select the correct metric prefix from multiple choices. This skill reinforces students' understanding of the metric system and assists in their ability to work with scientific data effectively.
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Power of Ten to Base Name
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What is the equivalent name for this power of ten of a unit
Units - Metric Core - Power of Ten to Base Name Worksheet
| Math worksheet on 'Units - Metric Core - Power of Ten to Base Name (Level 2)'. Part of a broader unit on 'Scientific Notation Units - Intro' Learn online: app.mobius.academy/math/units/scientific_notation_units_intro/ |
| What is the equivalent name for this power of ten of a unit |
| hecto |
| deci |
| milli |
| kilo |
| mega |
| deca |
| What is the equivalent name for this power of ten of a unit |
| centi |
| kilo |
| mega |
| milli |
| nano |
| deci |
| What is the equivalent name for this power of ten of a unit |
| mega |
| centi |
| giga |
| tera |
| hecto |
| deci |
| What is the equivalent name for this power of ten of a unit |
| hecto |
| deca |
| tera |
| kilo |
| milli |
| centi |
| What is the equivalent name for this power of ten of a unit |
| hecto |
| mega |
| deci |
| nano |
| deca |
| kilo |
| What is the equivalent name for this power of ten of a unit |
| giga |
| kilo |
| deci |
| tera |
| milli |
| deca |