Understanding the Triple Beam Balance

This video tutorial teaches how to use a triple beam balance to measure an object's mass. It begins by explaining the difference between mass and weight, emphasizing that mass is the amount of matter in an object, while weight is influenced by gravity. The tutorial then guides viewers through the process of zeroing the balance using the adjustment knob and sliders. Finally, it demonstrates how to measure an object's mass by adjusting the sliders, using a toy named Mr. Bacon as an example, and calculating the mass to be 42.1 grams.

What is the primary function of a triple beam balance?

• To measure an object's weight

• To measure an object's mass

• To measure an object's volume

• To measure an object's density

Why is it incorrect to refer to mass as weight in the context of a triple beam balance?

• Weight is a measure of volume

• Weight is affected by gravity

• Mass is affected by temperature

• Mass is a measure of density

Why is it important to zero out the triple beam balance before use?

• To ensure accurate mass measurement

• To adjust the gravity

• To balance the sliders

• To calibrate the weight

What is the first step in measuring an object's mass using a triple beam balance?

• Move the largest slider

• Adjust the smallest slider

• Zero out the balance

• Place the object on the plate

When starting the measurement, which slider should be adjusted first?

• The smallest slider

• The largest slider

• The adjustment knob

• The middle slider

What should you do if the object does not have a mass of 100 grams?

• Move the largest slider back to zero

• Use the adjustment knob

• Adjust the smallest slider

• Move the middle slider

How do you determine the exact mass of an object after using the largest and middle sliders?

• By recalibrating the balance

• By using the adjustment knob

• By flicking the smallest slider

• By moving the object

What is the final step in measuring an object's mass with a triple beam balance?

• Re-zero the balance

• Record the mass reading

• Adjust the largest slider

• Remove the object

What does the smallest slider on a triple beam balance help you measure?

• The object's weight

• The object's volume

• The object's density

• The object's precise mass

What is the mass of Mr. Bacon as measured in the video?

• 40.2 grams

• 42.1 grams

• 50 grams

• 100 grams