How to Read Graduated Cylinders

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
How do you read the measurement on a graduated cylinder?
Look at the top of the liquid meniscus at eye level.
Read the measurement from the side of the cylinder.
Look at the bottom of the meniscus at eye level.
Estimate the measurement based on the nearest mark.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
Why is it important to use the correct size graduated cylinder?
It allows for faster measurements.
It ensures accurate measurements and reduces the risk of overflow.
It makes the experiment look more professional.
It is required by laboratory regulations.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
What does 'mL' stand for?
milliliters
meters
moles
milliunits
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
What is a graduated cylinder?
A tool used to measure temperature in a laboratory.
A laboratory instrument used to measure the volume of a liquid accurately.
A device for mixing chemicals in a lab.
A container for storing solid materials.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
How can you tell if a graduated cylinder is accurate?
By checking if it is calibrated and has clear, unbroken markings.
By ensuring it is made of glass instead of plastic.
By measuring the weight of the cylinder when empty.
By looking for a brand name on the cylinder.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
What is the smallest division on a graduated cylinder?
The smallest division is the smallest increment marked on the graduated cylinder, which can vary by the cylinder's size.
The smallest division is always 1 mL regardless of the cylinder's size.
The smallest division is the total volume of the graduated cylinder divided by the number of markings.
The smallest division is the largest increment marked on the graduated cylinder.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
3 mins • 1 pt
How do you measure a liquid that is above the maximum volume of the graduated cylinder?
You can measure it accurately with a smaller graduated cylinder.
You cannot measure a liquid above the maximum volume; you need a larger graduated cylinder.
You can estimate the volume by eyeing it.
You can pour some out until it is below the maximum volume.
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