Phys 125 Lab: Vernier Measurements
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What is the primary purpose of a vernier calliper?

  • To calculate the zero correction of a screw gauge
  • To measure the thickness of a material
  • To measure the length of an object to a high degree of accuracy (correct)
  • To measure the diameter of a wire

    • What is the term for the process of adjusting a measuring instrument to read zero when there is no measurement being taken?

  • Vernier measurement
  • Calibration
  • Zero correction (correct)
  • Precision measurement

    • Which of the following instruments is used to measure the diameter of a wire?

  • Screw gauge (correct)
  • Microscope
  • Vernier calliper
  • Ruler

    • What is the main advantage of using a vernier calliper over a ruler?

    <p>It is more precise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a screw gauge?

    <p>To measure the diameter of a small object</p> Signup and view all the answers

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