Measuring Capacity in Litres and Millilitres
Students will measure and convert between litres and millilitres.
Key Questions
- Explain the relationship between a litre and a millilitre.
- Compare the capacity of different containers using appropriate units.
- Design an experiment to accurately measure the capacity of an irregular container.
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