Particles in a solid have fixed locations in a volume that does not change. Solids have a definite volume and shape because particles in a solid vibrate around fixed locations.

In a liquid, the particles are still in close contact, so liquids have a definite volume. However, because the particles can move about each other rather freely, a liquid has no definite shape and takes a shape dictated by its container.

Gases do not have a definite shape, mass, or volume. Liquids do not have a definite shape, but they do have a definite volume. 8. Solids have a definite shape and volume.

In the solid state, the individual particles of a substance are in fixed positions with respect to each other because there is not enough thermal energy to overcome the intermolecular interactions between the particles. As a result, solids have a definite shape and volume.

Introducing Liquid Volume and Capacity If volume is the amount of 3-D space contained by a closed surface (e.g. the amount of space within a given cube, or cylinder, or any other 3-D shape), liquid volume is a way to measure an amount of liquid by describing it how much 3-D space it occupies.

Common things designed to measure volume are measuring cups, measuring spoons, graduated cylinders, graduated beakers.

Tools Used to Measure the Volume of a Liquid

• Beakers and Flasks. Beakers and Erlenmeyer flasks can be used to make coarse measurements of volumes, provided that graduated volume levels are printed on the side of the beaker or flask (not all beakers and flasks have these marks).
• Graduated Cylinders.
• Burets.
• Pipets.

Here’s a good rule of thumb to follow—when measuring dry ingredients, use dry measuring cups or weigh them with a scale. For liquids, stick to a liquid measuring cup.

Using a scale eliminates the need for different tools, you can measure your liquids and dry ingredients by weight directly in a bowl. A digital scale that measures grams, kilograms, ounces, or pounds is the best option. Also look for one that resets to zero to measure your next ingredient.

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You can easily substitute a small mixing bowl with a small salad/soup bowl for serving. The best material for a mixing bowl is stainless steel since it is most durable, but it is also good to have a couple small and medium bowls made from glass since they are microwavable, which can be convenient.

Graduated and adjustable measuring cups are used to measure dry ingredients, such as flour, sugar, oats, rice and solid ingredients, such as shortening and peanut butter. The single measure cups are generally found nested in a graduated set of ¼ cup, 1/3 cup, ½ cup, and 1 cup measures.

• Calipers.
• Micrometer.
• Laser Measure.
• Ruler.
• Compass.
• Square.
• Measuring Tape.
• Tailor’s Measuring Tape.

• Dry Measuring Cups.
• Liquid Measuring Cups.
• Measuring Spoons.
• Mixing Bowls.
• Slotted Spoons.
• Digital Scales.
• Hanging Scales.
• Instant-Read Thermometer.

5 Measurement Tools Every Workshop Needs

• Tape Measure. A well-worn tape measure signifies a builder who takes their work seriously.
• Speed Square. A speed square can be found on the hip of carpenters and DIYers everywhere.
• Protractor.
• Mechanical Carpenter’s Pencil.
• Laser Measure.