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Weight is a measure of gravitational attraction. Mass is a measure of the amount of matter in something.
Because a balance compares two or more bodies (the item you want to weigh and balace weights), it is comparing amounts of matter - it is comparing masses although it is also comparing weights.
You can use a balance in space, or anywhere, and get the same answers. You do not if you use something like a spring balance, which measures weight.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 14y agoWeight is a measure of gravitational attraction. Mass is a measure of the amount of matter in something. Because a balance compares two or more bodies (the item you want to weigh and balace weights), it is comparing amounts of matter - it is comparing masses although it is also comparing weights. You can use a balance in space, or anywhere, and get the same answers. You do not if you use something like a spring balance, which measures weight.
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∙ 12y agoIt measures the force of attraction (weight) between two objects (the earth and the object being weighed)
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Does spring balance measure weight or mass?
Weight is always measured on Spring Balance, however Mass is represented by Beam Balance.
Why is a triple-beam balance used to measure each object instead of a scale?
Actually, its not. The scale is used almost as much as the triple beam balance. The thing is that a scale can be made as big as it can get, but a triple beam balance can't. On the other hand, the triple beam is more precise and can measure more small objects.
What is the difference between a beam balance and a spring balance?
a beam balance measures mass while a spring balance measures weight
Why is physical balance used in laboratories instead of beam balance?
because it is needed
What is the difference between a beam balance and spring balance?
A beam balance - has a weight at one end, and it 'balances with the load placed on the other end. A spring balance - has a vertical spring attached to a scale - that shows the weight of an object suspended from it.
What is Beam balance used to measure what?
weight of objects
What tool is use for measure weight?
It Is A Triple Beam Balance
Does spring balance measure weight or mass?
Weight is always measured on Spring Balance, however Mass is represented by Beam Balance.
What does triple beam balance mean in science?
These are weighing instruments that have 3 (triple) scales instead of only 1 which makes them very sensitive and rather accurate. Look up 'Triple Beam Balance' or 'Beam Balance' triple.
How would you measure the weight of 5 peanuts?
I would put them on a balance beam
What is the meaning of beam balance?
A tool used to measure the mass (weight) of objects.
What are the uses of a beam balance?
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What laboratory apparatus is used to measure weight?
A balanced scale, which compares the mass of one object with that of a known quantity.
What do we use to measure mass?
a balance is used to measure mass. oh and if you're interested, a scale measures your weight.
A triple-beam balance is used to measure?
Mass, typically in grams.
Why is a triple-beam balance used to measure each object instead of a scale?
Actually, its not. The scale is used almost as much as the triple beam balance. The thing is that a scale can be made as big as it can get, but a triple beam balance can't. On the other hand, the triple beam is more precise and can measure more small objects.
What does a double pan balance measure?
mass. That scientific, or laboratory instrument, is usually called a Beam Balance.
