making measurements Flashcards
1
Q
measurements need to be as ________ as possible
A
accurate
2
Q
pick apparatus with better
A
resolution
3
Q
better resolution =
A
scale has smaller divisions (0.5)
4
Q
to check the results are precise
A
calculate mean & ignore anomalous results
5
Q
remember to ____ a balance
A
zero / taring
6
Q
parallax error =
A
read volumes at eye level (in measuring cylinder)
