How do you measure accurately with a graduated cylinder?
How do you measure liquids in a graduated cylinder? Place the graduated cylinder on a flat surface and view the height of the liquid in the cylinder with your eyes directly level with the liquid. The liquid will tend to curve downward. This curve is called the meniscus. Always read the measurement at the bottom of the meniscus.
What would you use to measure using a graduated cylinder?
- Make sure that you have taken accurate measurements during the volume measurement process.
- If you are not sure of your own calculations then go for a calculator. ...
- “Practice makes a man perfect”- this phrase works here too. ...
- Memorise the necessary formulas involved so that during the process, you don’t have to struggle for it.
How to determine the scale of a graduated cylinder?
in a graduated cylinder. First determine the mass of an empty graduated cylinder and record this number. Fill the graduated cylinder with water up to one of the lower marks on the side. Record the volume of water that you have added to the graduated cylinder, remembering to convert from milliliters to cubic meters. Also record the mass of the graduated cylinder
What are the procedures in using graduated cylinder?
Answer Key
- TRUE
- FALSE Volumetric flasks are used when absolute precision is needed.
- TRUE
- FALSE The measurement of the change in water volume is called displacement.
- FALSE Graduated cylinders come in different sizes and volume measurements.
- TRUE
- FALSE
Function of the Graduated Cylinder
There is a saying: 'You are only as good as your tools.' This is one of the most accurate statements when it comes to the field of science. Scientists use a variety of chemical, physical, and electronic equipment in order to investigate natural occurrences. Many of these tools are complex and very sophisticated.
True or False Activity
This activity will help you assess your knowledge of the uses and function of graduated cylinders.
Guidelines
For this activity, print or copy this page on a blank piece of paper. Read each statement carefully. Write TRUE if the statement is valid and FALSE if otherwise. Neatly write your answers on the appropriate blank space provided.
