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Physics Measuring Instruments

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Physics measuring instruments are essential tools used to measure various physical quantities. This topic covers devices like hygrometers, oscilloscopes, and sphygmomanometers. It is a highly scoring section in general science and general awareness examinations.

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Physics Measuring Instruments Questions

Multiple choice

Which of the following instruments is used to measure Rotation speed?

  1. Pyrometer

  2. Tachometer

  3. Anemometer

  4. Dynamometer
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

A tachometer is a device used to measure the rotation speed of a shaft or disk, such as in a motor or engine. Pyrometers measure temperature, anemometers measure wind speed, and dynamometers measure force or torque.

Multiple choice

Which instrument is used to measures gas pressure?

  1. A manometer

  2. An ammeter

  3. A thermometer

  4. Vernier callipers
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

A manometer is a scientific instrument specifically designed to measure fluid or gas pressure. Ammeters measure current, thermometers measure temperature, and Vernier callipers measure length.

Multiple choice

What is a heliograph?

  1. An instrument used to detect earth quake

  2. Another name of a lie detector

  3. An instrument used to generate electricity by light.

  4. An instrument used to communicate

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

A heliograph is an instrument used for signaling by flashing sunlight using a mirror. It was historically used for long-distance communication.