Student Instructions
Mass is the amount of matter in an object. The mass of an object can be measured with a balance scale. The unit for mass is grams. The abbreviation for grams is g. When the pans contain exactly the same mass, the beam is in balance. A paperclip has a mass of 1 gram. Observations help you make predictions.
1. Click on the to watch the video.
2. Use your iPad to take a video of you predicting the mass of your rock.
3. Click
to open the template.
4. Upload
your prediction video.
5. Measure the mass of the rock. Take a
. The photo should show the entire balance scale.
6. Upload
your photo.
7. Use the
tool to write the mass of the rock. Include the unit (g).
8. Record
a summary of the activity. Be sure to use the words mass, grams, and balance scale.
9. Click the green
to save.