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No. Water is one of the few liquids that have enough surface tension to form a meniscus

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How can you use volume and meniscus in the same sentence?

To accurately measure the volume of a liquid in a graduated cylinder, you must read the measurement at the bottom of the meniscus, which is the curved surface of the liquid caused by surface tension.


Why do we consider lower meniscus in acid hematin while taking a reading?

We consider the lower meniscus when reading acid hematin because the meniscus is the curved surface of a liquid, and the lower meniscus represents the bottom of the liquid column. This ensures that the measurement is accurate and consistent, as reading at the same point each time minimizes errors in volume determination.


Is there any other fluids that shows the same property as mercury regarding the convex meniscus?

Yes, gallium is another fluid that can also exhibit a convex meniscus. Gallium is a metal that remains in liquid form over a wide range of temperatures, similar to mercury, and can display convex meniscus when placed in certain materials like glass.


Does every liquid weights the same?

The vast majority of liquids have different densities. The weight of a liquid depends on the force of gravity and the mass of the liquid. The mass of a liquid depends on the volume of liquid and the density of liquid. Therefore, the vast majority of liquids have different masses, densities and corresponding weights.


When will siphon will fail to work?

Siphons will fail to work when the liquid being transferred reaches a level equal to the highest point of the siphon. At this point, air will enter the tube, breaking the siphon effect and stopping the flow of liquid.

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How can you use volume and meniscus in the same sentence?

To accurately measure the volume of a liquid in a graduated cylinder, you must read the measurement at the bottom of the meniscus, which is the curved surface of the liquid caused by surface tension.


Why do we consider lower meniscus in acid hematin while taking a reading?

We consider the lower meniscus when reading acid hematin because the meniscus is the curved surface of a liquid, and the lower meniscus represents the bottom of the liquid column. This ensures that the measurement is accurate and consistent, as reading at the same point each time minimizes errors in volume determination.


What is the meniscus of a thermometer?

The meniscus of a thermometer is the curve seen at the surface of a liquid in the thermometer tube. It is caused by surface tension and capillary action, and the measurement of temperature is taken at the lowest point of the meniscus. Reading the temperature correctly involves ensuring that the eye is at the same level as the meniscus.


Why should liquid volumes be read at eye level?

Liquid volume readings should be at the bottom of the menicus or at the level of the liquid in the middle of the container. The accuracy of the reading may vary slightly with the viscosity of the liquid and the diameter of the container.


How tall is the CN Tower every day?

The CN Tower is the same height every day.


Is there any other fluids that shows the same property as mercury regarding the convex meniscus?

Yes, gallium is another fluid that can also exhibit a convex meniscus. Gallium is a metal that remains in liquid form over a wide range of temperatures, similar to mercury, and can display convex meniscus when placed in certain materials like glass.


What is saline meniscus in regard to a saline meniscus test in an operative procedure not necessarily an orthopedic procedure?

Have no idea but hear the same in my surgical dictations/transcriptions.


How can I use the words volume and meniscus in the same sentence?

All equipment that is intended to measure volume will take into account the meniscus


What is the proper way to read a burette?

Any fluid!!! It is like a pipette, however, it is usually more accurate because you can use a burette loader which allows fine tuning of the liquid but not as fine as a gilson pipette. Basically, it is just a piece of apparatus used measuring liquids.


How do you read a graduated cylinder while using the meniscus?

The most accurate way to read a graduated cylinder is to place it on a flat surface. Bend down so you are eye level with the Meniscus Line, the line that is formed by the border between the unfilled portion of the cylinder and the top of the liquid. The very lowest part of this line is where you read the measurement. The markings are in whole numbers, 1, 2, 3, etc., with 10 lines between each number.


What makes surface tension different to capillarity?

Capillarity is a result of surface tension.Surface tension causes liquid surfaces to be concave or convex. Due to this, there is greater pressure on the concave side of the liquid meniscus. To make the pressures at the same height equal, the liquid in the capillary rises or falls.


When reading the volume of fluid in a graduated cylinder the eye should be?

When reading the volume of fluid in a graduated cylinder, the eye should be at the same level as the meniscus (the curve at the surface of the liquid). This helps to avoid parallax error and ensures an accurate reading of the volume.