Graduated Cylinder Quizizz

What is the meniscus in a liquid measurement?

• The top surface of a liquid in a container

• The curve seen at the top of a liquid in response to its container

• A special type of measuring tool for liquids

• The bottom of the liquid in a container

Answer explanation

The meniscus in a liquid measurement is the curve seen at the top of a liquid in response to its container.

When reading the volume of a liquid in a graduated cylinder, you should read the measurement at the:

• Top of the meniscus

• Bottom of the meniscus

• Middle of the meniscus

• Side of the graduated cylinder

Answer explanation

When reading the volume of a liquid in a graduated cylinder, you should read the measurement at the bottom of the meniscus.

Which unit of measurement is most commonly used with a graduated cylinder?

• Pounds

• Liters

• Inches

• Grams

Answer explanation

The most commonly used unit of measurement with a graduated cylinder is Liters, as it is used to measure volume of liquids accurately.

How can you ensure the most accurate reading when using a graduated cylinder?

• Viewing it at eye level

• Placing it on a flat surface

• Both A and B

• Neither A nor B

Answer explanation

To ensure the most accurate reading when using a graduated cylinder, you should both view it at eye level and place it on a flat surface. This helps minimize parallax errors and ensures a precise measurement.

What does the scale on a graduated cylinder help you determine?

• The weight of the liquid

• The temperature of the liquid

• The volume of the liquid

• The color of the liquid

Answer explanation

The scale on a graduated cylinder helps determine the volume of the liquid by measuring the height of the liquid in the cylinder, which corresponds to its volume.

If a graduated cylinder has marks every 1 milliliter, what is the smallest volume you can accurately measure?

• 0.1 milliliters

• 1 milliliter

• 10 milliliters

• 0.5 milliliters

Answer explanation

The smallest volume that can be accurately measured in a graduated cylinder with marks every 1 milliliter is 1 milliliter.

Precision in measurements with a graduated cylinder can be affected by:

• The cleanliness of the cylinder

• The angle at which you view the meniscus

• The temperature of the liquid

• All of the above

Answer explanation

The correct answer is 'All of the above' because precision in measurements with a graduated cylinder can be affected by the cleanliness of the cylinder, the angle at which you view the meniscus, and the temperature of the liquid.

What is the purpose of the meniscus in measuring liquid volume?

• To increase the volume of the liquid

• To decrease the volume of the liquid

• To provide a consistent reference point for measurement

• To make the liquid easier to pour

Answer explanation

The purpose of the meniscus in measuring liquid volume is to provide a consistent reference point for measurement.

If the meniscus of water in a graduated cylinder is at 22.3 mL, what is the volume of the water?

• 22 mL

• 22.3 mL

• 23 mL

• 20 mL

Answer explanation

The volume of water in the graduated cylinder is equal to the meniscus reading, which is 22.3 mL. Therefore, the correct volume of water is 22.3 mL.

Why is it important to read the volume at the bottom of the meniscus?

• It is the most accurate point of measurement

• It is easier to see

• It represents the true volume of the liquid

• A and C

Answer explanation

Reading the volume at the bottom of the meniscus is important because it is the most accurate point of measurement and represents the true volume of the liquid.