Using a Scale for DIY Projects

Marie from Humblebee and Me demonstrates how to use a scale for DIY projects, focusing on precision and accuracy. She introduces a scale purchased from Amazon, highlighting its precision and range. Marie discusses different weighing vessels, preferring glass measuring cups over silicone weigh boats due to their stability and ease of use. She explains how to use the scale, including taring, and demonstrates measuring 10 grams of beeswax. Marie shares tips for weighing multiple ingredients, suggesting the use of disposable pipettes for liquids. The video concludes with encouragement to apply these skills in DIY projects.

What is the maximum weight capacity of the scale mentioned in the video?

• 1 kilogram

• 2 kilograms

• 5 kilograms

• 10 kilograms

Why is a precision of 0.1 grams beneficial for making body products?

• It ensures accurate measurements for small quantities.

• It helps in measuring large quantities.

• It allows for faster weighing.

• It is necessary for baking.

What is a disadvantage of using silicone weigh boats?

• They are too heavy.

• They tend to float in a water bath.

• They are expensive.

• They are not flexible.

Why might fine powders stick to silicone weigh boats?

• Because they are too smooth.

• Because they are too heavy.

• Because of the texture inside the cups.

• Because they are too large.

What is the first step in using the scale?

• Weigh the vessel.

• Place the ingredients on the scale.

• Turn the scale on.

• Set the scale to ounces.

How do you reset the scale to zero after placing the weigh boat?

• Press the tare button.

• Remove the weigh boat and place it again.

• Turn the scale off and on.

• Press the mode button.

Why is it difficult to measure beeswax by volume?

• Because it is too heavy.

• Because it is liquid.

• Because it comes in different sizes.

• Because it is too light.

What should you do if you want to add another ingredient after weighing the first one?

• Turn the scale off.

• Change the mode to ounces.

• Remove the first ingredient.

• Press the tare button to reset to zero.

What is the benefit of using disposable plastic pipettes?

• They are expensive.

• They are reusable.

• They are heavy.

• They allow for precise liquid measurement.

How can you keep track of which pipette is used for which liquid?

• By using different colors.

• By using different shapes.

• By labeling them with a felt pen.

• By using different sizes.