Includes bibliographical references (page 23) and index.
Contents:
Observing exactly -- The metric system -- Length, height, and width -- Comparing measurements -- Measuring volume -- Capacity -- Taking temperature -- Collecting data -- Measuring mass -- The right tool.
Summary:
"This informative book goes to great lengths to explain how scientists around the world use the metric system and related tools to help them compare, contrast, and analyze the measurement data they collect. Opportunities for hands-on learning make the content meaningful to readers as they refine their measuring skills."-- Provided by publisher.
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