Modules 1 & 2 - Key Definitions

Question 1

Analogue Apparatus:

Answer 1

Measuring apparatus such as rulers, beakers and thermometer that rely on reading off a scale to get a measurement.

Question 2

Repeatable (experiment):

Answer 2

The same experiment can be repeated by the same person and receive the same result using the same equipment and method.

Question 3

Reproducible (experiment)

Answer 3

An experiment can be repeated by a different experimenter using a different method and still receive the same results.

Question 4

The seven SI units

Answer 4

Meters, Kilograms, Seconds, Amperes, Kelvin, Moles, Candela.

Question 5

Vernier Scale:

Answer 5

The scale used on calipers and micrometers, involve reading from a fixed scale and a moving scale to produce accurate results.