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Through colorful animations and common everyday examples, this video helps students learn how to measure length and temperature using the metric system. Both the Celsius and Kelvin temperature scales are explained in depth. Emphasis is...

This video provides a clear and concise explanation of the two commonly used systems of measurement: the English system and the metric system. It highlights the units of mass in each system, pounds and ounces in the English system, and...

This program provides a conceptual foundation to help students understand how to convert between English and metric units of mass, volume, length, and temperature. The program also discusses how it is possible to convert between units of...

The video explains the importance of units of measurement when describing length or distance. It highlights the English system of measurement used in the United States and the metric system of measurement used in most other countries and...

This program covers the important topic of units and unit conversions in chemistry. We begin by discussing the primary units that will be used throughout the course. Next, we illustrate a very powerful technique to convert from one unit...

The metric system is an internationally agreed upon convention for measuring distance, time, volume, and other quantifiable measurements. Learn about the benefits of the metric system and the importance of a universally recognized system...

Measuring is a vital process in science, and it is a process all students can carry out. This program demonstrates many of the different ways measurement occurs in science including measuring length, mass, volume, and temperature....

This video illustrates how length and temperature are measured using common lab equipment. Students are shown how to accurately measure length using tools such as meter sticks and metric rulers, and how to record their observations....

This program introduces students to the usefulness and fun of the metric system. The concept of measurement as related to the metric system kicks off the video, followed by examples of how the metric system is used in science. Through a...

This program introduces students to the usefulness and fun of the metric system. The concept of measurement as related to the metric system kicks off the video, followed by examples of how the metric system is used in science. Through a...