Difference between revisions of "Resolution"
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: The [[resolution]] of a [[Measuring Instrument|measuring instrument]] is given by: | : The [[resolution]] of a [[Measuring Instrument|measuring instrument]] is given by: | ||
:*The markings on an [[analogue]] [[Measuring Instrument|instrument]] (such as a [[ruler]] or [[thermometer]]) | :*The markings on an [[analogue]] [[Measuring Instrument|instrument]] (such as a [[ruler]] or [[thermometer]]) | ||
| − | :*The number of [[Significant Figures|significant figures]] on a [[digital]] [[Measuring Instrument|instrument]] (such as a [[Digital Ammeter|digital ammeter]] or [[Data Logger|data logger]]. | + | :*The number of [[Significant Figures|significant figures]] on a [[digital]] [[Measuring Instrument|instrument]] (such as a [[Digital Ammeter|digital ammeter]] or [[Data Logger|data logger]]). |
===Examples=== | ===Examples=== | ||
Revision as of 13:08, 21 March 2019
Key Stage 4
Meaning
Resolution is the smallest change a measuring instrument can detect.
About Resolution
- The resolution of a measuring instrument is given by:
- The markings on an analogue instrument (such as a ruler or thermometer)
- The number of significant figures on a digital instrument (such as a digital ammeter or data logger).