Using Appropriate Units
- It essential that the correct scientific measurements are used when discussing biological experiments
- Ensure that the correct symbols are used in conjunction with the unit of measurement
- E.g. m3 for cubic metres
Units of Measurement Table
- cm3 is the same as millilitre (ml)
- dm3 is the same as litre (l)
Examiner Tip
Be careful when using the word "amount" in your answers. "Amount" has a very specific meaning in science - "mole". Instead refer to the mass, volume or concentration of a substance!