Spring Scale Flashcard

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What is the overall purpose of a spring scale?

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To measure weight.

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What do fishermen and hunters use spring scales for?

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To measure weight.

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How does a spring scale work?

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By stretching a spring.

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What do restaurants, cafeterias, and grocers use spring scales for?

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To measure weight.

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What is the primary function of a spring scale?

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To measure weight.

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What is the unit of measurement commonly used with spring scales?

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Newtons (N) or pounds (lbs).

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What physical principle does a spring scale operate on?

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Hooke's Law, which states that the force exerted by a spring is proportional to its extension.

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What is the difference between mass and weight?

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Mass is the amount of matter in an object, while weight is the force exerted by gravity on that mass.

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Can a spring scale measure mass directly?

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No, it measures weight, which can be converted to mass using the acceleration due to gravity.

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What are some common applications of spring scales in everyday life?

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Weighing groceries, measuring fish caught by anglers, and determining the weight of luggage.