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it is a base 10 measurement system.
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What is a system of measurement based on ten?
Matter is defined as that which has mass and occupies space. There are procedures to measure both. Even if you can't measure the mass of an object directly (such as a gas), you can still determine it's mass by measuring the space it occupies. Pressure is one way to measure the mass of gas by the amount of space it occupies.
How are metric and customary similar?
Metric and customary measurements are similar in the way that they both are used to measure things. They differ though, in the scale they use and the way that they measure.
Are inches used in the international system of units?
No, Inches are part of the American "Customary" system...Metric is way easier to use but America refuses
The metric system is also called what?
Answer: as far as i know there is no other way to say the metric system besides the metric system! Answer: There are several "metric systems"; the version that is used internationally is called "SI", an acronym for "International System" in French.
How old is the metric system?
The Metric system is just over 200 years old. I hope that is what you were looking for:) by the way that i smiley
How can I do some measure conversions en masse?
The best way to do measure conversion is to use a measuring cup or the metric system. Many times people use geometry to make the metric system to make their measurements.
How did the metric system start?
People needed a way to measure things
What is a system of measurement based on ten?
Matter is defined as that which has mass and occupies space. There are procedures to measure both. Even if you can't measure the mass of an object directly (such as a gas), you can still determine it's mass by measuring the space it occupies. Pressure is one way to measure the mass of gas by the amount of space it occupies.
How are metric and customary similar?
Metric and customary measurements are similar in the way that they both are used to measure things. They differ though, in the scale they use and the way that they measure.
Who was the metric system developed by?
The metric system was devolved by the Mayans as a way to properly use there calender.
Who metric system was developed by?
The metric system was devolved by the Mayans as a way to properly use there calender.
Why is the united states using the metric system to measure things instead of the way we use to?
This is because the U.S.A. is finally joining the modern world.
Why is metric the way it is?
The metric system was deliberately designed to be easier to use and understand.
Are inches used in the international system of units?
No, Inches are part of the American "Customary" system...Metric is way easier to use but America refuses
The metric system is also called what?
Answer: as far as i know there is no other way to say the metric system besides the metric system! Answer: There are several "metric systems"; the version that is used internationally is called "SI", an acronym for "International System" in French.
How old is the metric system?
The Metric system is just over 200 years old. I hope that is what you were looking for:) by the way that i smiley
What is the best unit to measure a basketball?
Metric units are way better than the alternatives.
