Mastering the Triple-Beam Balance Technique

Mastering the Triple-Beam Balance Technique

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science

6th - 10th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Lucas Foster

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Mr. Bider explains how to use a triple beam balance, a common tool in science classes for measuring mass in grams. The video covers the parts of the balance, including the pan and arms, and emphasizes the importance of zeroing the device for accurate measurements. The tutorial demonstrates measuring the mass of an iron cube, detailing the process of adjusting the weights on the arms and ensuring they rest in the grooves. Finally, it shows how to calculate the total mass by adding the values from each arm, resulting in a precise measurement of 127.9 grams.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary use of a triple beam balance in science class?

To measure volume

To measure mass in grams

To measure temperature

To measure length

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where should you place the object on the triple beam balance for the most accurate measurement?

On the edge of the pan

In the center of the pan

On the left side of the pan

On the right side of the pan

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should you ensure about the pan before placing an object on it?

It is wet

It is tilted

It is covered with paper

It is clean and free of debris

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many arms does a triple beam balance have?

Four

Two

Three

One

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does it mean to have the triple beam balance 'zeroed'?

The balance is turned off

All weights are at the maximum

All weights are at zero and the lines match up

The pan is empty

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should you do if the triple beam balance is not zeroed?

Recalibrate the balance

Ignore it

Remove the pan

Add more weight

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which arm should you start with when measuring the mass of an object?

The smallest arm

Any arm

The middle arm

The heaviest arm

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