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Revision as of 12:50, 29 March 2019
Contents
Key Stage 3
Meaning
Measuring instruments are any piece of scientific equipment used to measure something.
About Measuring Instruments
- Different measuring instruments are used to measure different physical quantities.
- Measuring instruments are not perfect and can give the wrong value for some measurements, especially if they are used incorrectly.
Key Stage 4
Meaning
Measuring instruments are any piece of scientific equipment used to measure a physical quantity.
About Measuring Instruments
- Measuring instruments are not perfect and can give the wrong value for some measurements, especially if they are used incorrectly.
- Measuring instruments often need to be calibrated before use to prevent a zero error giving inaccurate readings or measurements.
Some measuring instruments you should know: