How is a measuring cylinder used to measure the volume of an irregularly shaped stone?

To measure the volume of an irregular stone, submerge it in a measuring cylinder filled with water. The stone displaces an amount of water equivalent to its volume. Measure the change in water level before and after immersion to determine the volume of the stone. Related Questions: Q.8 How measuring cylinder is used to measure … Read more

Q.9 What precautions should be kept in mind while taking measurements using a measuring cylinder?

Ans: i. The measuring cylinder should be placed on a flat surface so that the upper surface of the water in the cylinder shows the same level. ii. The volume of the liquid should be read or the cylinder should be graduated from the base of the meniscus.   Related Questions: Q.8 How measuring cylinder … Read more

Q.8 How measuring cylinder is used to measure the volume of an irregularly shaped stone?

Ans: A measuring cylinder can be used for measuring the volume of an irregular solid body such as a metallic bob as shown in the figure. When the object is completely immersed the volume of the water is read again. The volume of the object is found by subtracting the first reading from the second. … Read more