Questions and Answers
What is the purpose of the pan in a triple beam balance?
What are riders in a triple beam balance?
The rods that you move to show how much mass the object has, including hundreds, tens, and ones riders.
What do beams do in a triple beam balance?
They show the numbers that the riders can be on.
What is the function of the pointer in a triple beam balance?
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What is the base of a triple beam balance?
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What does the zero adjustment knob do?
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Study Notes
Parts of a Triple Beam Balance
- Pan: Platform where the object to measure mass is placed.
- Riders: Moveable rods that indicate the mass of the object, consisting of three types: hundreds, tens, and ones.
- Beams: Scale structure displaying numerical values that correspond with the position of the riders.
- Pointer: Indicates the mass reading by aligning with a scale, appears as a narrow arm on the balance.
- Base: Structural foundation supporting the entire triple beam balance system.
- Zero Adjustment Knob: Allows for calibration of the pointer to ensure it reads zero when no mass is on the pan.
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This quiz focuses on the essential components of a triple beam balance, including the pan, riders, beams, and pointer. Each card provides a term and its definition to enhance understanding of this equipment used in measuring mass. Perfect for students learning about basic scientific instruments.
