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The meniscus - the upward curve of a liquid in a narrow vessel.

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What is a concave meniscus and a convex meniscus?

Concave and convex lenses are curved lenses that bend light in a predictable manner depending on their radius of curvature and index of refraction. A concave lens bend inwards and a convex lens bends outwards.


Why should a thermometer not touch the sides of the test tube and should be placed in the middle?

If you place the thermometer so it touches the sides of the test tube, you are measuring the temperature of the test tube, not the substance in the test tube. So, in order to get an accurate reading of the substance, do not touch the sides of the test tube with the thermometer.


What is the middle of an atom called?

The nucleus is in the middle, which consists of neutrons and protons. The electron cloud surrounds it in order to create a balance of electrical charge between the protons and the electrons. A cluster of protons and neutrons.


Where would a good place be to place a room thermometer so that it will get an accurate reading?

There are several good places where a person can place a room thermometer so it will give an accurate reading. A person should place it in the middle of the room in the center of their home. Also, make sure it isn't near a window, door or heater, all which can affect the reading.


Would a graduated cylinder be read at the middle of a meniscus?

The answer depends on the liquid, or more specifically, how the surface tension in the liquid affects the meniscus. It should be the top of the meniscus for liquids such as mercury but the bottom for liquids such as water or alcohol.

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