What is a triple beam balance?
Reading A Triple Beam Balance

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A triple beam balance is a device used to measure the mass of an object. It consists of a beam with three sliding weights that can be adjusted to balance the object being weighed.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How do you read a triple beam balance?
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To read a triple beam balance, first, ensure it is calibrated to zero. Then, place the object on the pan and adjust the sliding weights until the beam is level. The mass is the sum of the weights on the beams.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is mass?
Back
Mass is a measure of the amount of matter in an object, typically measured in grams (g) or kilograms (kg).
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the purpose of the sliding weights on a triple beam balance?
Back
The sliding weights are used to balance the beam against the mass of the object being measured, allowing for an accurate reading of the object's mass.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What does it mean if the beam is level on a triple beam balance?
Back
If the beam is level, it means that the mass of the object on the pan is equal to the total mass of the sliding weights.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the smallest measurement typically found on a triple beam balance?
Back
The smallest measurement on a triple beam balance is usually 0.1 grams.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How do you calculate the total mass on a triple beam balance?
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To calculate the total mass, add the values of the three sliding weights together.
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