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M.4.4.2 Vocabulary
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| Relative Size- | not the exact size, close to. |
| Mass- | the amount of matter that something contains. |
| Weight- | how heavy an object is. |
| Capacity (liquid volume)- | the volume of a container measured in liquid units. |
| Length- | the measure of how long something is. |
| Customary System- | a system of measurement used in the U.S.; standard units are feet, ounces and gallons. |
| Metric System- | a system of measurement based on tens; standard units are meters, grams, and liters; used by scientists. |