Measurement questions | form one Physics

When using a measuring cylinder one precaution to be taken is to
A check for zero error
B look at the meniscus from below the level of the water
C obtain more readings by looking from more than one direction
D position the eye in line with the base of the meniscus
E make sure that the measuring cylinder is clean
 

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UNSOLVED

A vernier caliper is used to measure

1. Distance of a car
2. Diameter of a wire
3. Mass of a car
4. Length of a table

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UNSOLVED

Which instrument will you use to measure accurately the inside diameter of abottle neck?
A tape measure. B micrometer screw gauge.
C metre rule. D Vernier calipers.

Answer / Solution

D Vernier calipers.

Which of the following statements is correct about mass?
A It is measured by beam balance
B It is measured by spring balance
C It varies with place
D It can be zero.

Answer / Solution

A It is measured by beam balance

A hydrometer is an instrument used to measure
A the volume of liquids. B the density of liquids.
C the density of solids. D the volume of solids.

Answer / Solution

B the density of liquids.