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Metric system
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метрична система
a standard of measurement that is based on the kilogram, the meter, and the liter
What is the "metric system"?
The metric system is an international system of measurement based on units of ten. It includes standardized units for length, which is meter, for mass, which is gram, for volume, which is liter, for temperature, which is Celsius, and other physical quantities. The metric system provides a simple and consistent framework for measuring and comparing quantities across different contexts and disciplines. It is widely used around the world in scientific research, engineering, industry, commerce, and everyday life.
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The metric system is an internationally recognized standard of measurement used in most countries around the world.
The metric system uses prefixes such as milli-, centi-, and kilo- to denote fractions and multiples of its base units.
Scientists, engineers, and educators prefer the metric system for its simplicity and consistency in converting between units.
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