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measurement 1
3/4 hour This document consists of 5 pages. 0 M ARKS
ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS
NAME & CLASS

1. Fill in the blanks

Physics is the science of . In Physics, we deal with .

These can be . They have a and a . A unit is a

of measure. There are different systems of units. We use the system

abbreviated SI. It is also known as the system. Plumbers or construction workers in

Mauritius are more familiar with the system.

2. Fill in the table

Physical Quantity SI unit
mass
time
temperature
length
current
potential difference
resistance
pressure
power

3. Fill in the table relating to precision of the measuring devices.

Measuring Device Precision in mm Precision in cm
ruler
vernier calliper
Micrometer Screw gauge

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4. A measurement of the length of a block is to be done. Explain

(a) why we do not measure from the start of the ruler

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(b) How is parallax error avoided?

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5. The figure below is that of a vernier calliper.

Figure 5.1: Vernier Calliper

(a) Label the outer jaws, inner jaws and tail

(b) Write down the situations where they are used.

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6. Consider the vernier scale below:

Figure 6.1: Vernier scale

What is wrong about it? Explain.

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7. Write down the vernier readings below.

Figure 7.1

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8. Another measuring device is the micrometer screw gauge. Label the various parts.

Figure 8.1

9. Write down the readings on the micrometer.

Figure 9.1

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