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How is metric measurement different than customary measurement?
They are both systems of measurement except that the metric system is simpler and used by the majority of the world.
What are the different system of measurement used in physics?
The two main systems are the International System of Units (SI units) and the Planck units. The latter are often more convenient in the study of quantum physics.
What measuring system was used in Europe before metric system?
The measurement system, which was used in Europe before the metric system was the Roman and Anglo-Saxon measurement systems. Examples are acre, furlong and yard.
Why is a cubit not a measurement used today?
Since it was based on the length of a forearm, it wasn't precise enough or standardized.
Why would a system of measurement using 60 instead of base 10 have been used in ancient systems of measurement?
Many ancient cultures had not invented fractions in their number system. The number 60 was chosen because it have many factors. We use relics of it today when reading the time. 60 seconds to a minute, 60 minutes to an hour.
