Matter, Mass, Volume, Density

What is the formula we use to measure the volume of a regular shaped object? (Ex. a wooden block)

length x width x height (lxwxh)

Formula for DENSITY

mass/volume

What is the density of water?

1 g/mL

Define DENSITY

Density is a measure of how much of a substance can be packed into a certain area. In other words, how much matter is in a given amount of space.

SI unit used to describe MASS

Grams (g)

SI unit used to describe VOLUME

Liters: mL, centimeters cubed

Define MASS

Mass is the amount of matter or "stuff" in something.

What is the name of the method we use to measure the volume of an irregular solid, like a rock?

The displacement method

Define VOLUME

Volume is the amount of space something takes up.

What is the tool we use to measure the mass of an object?

triple beam balance