General Scientific Instruments and their Definitions

Electrometer

It measures electricity

Electroscope

It detects presence of an electric charge

Endoscope

It examines internal parts of the body

Fathometer

It measures the depth of the ocean

Galvanometer

It measures the electric current of low magnitude

Hydrometer

It measures the specific gravity of liquids

Hydrophone

It measures sound under water

Kymograph

It graphically records physiological movements(Blood Pressure and heart beat)

Lactometer

It determines the purity of milk

Manometer

It measures the Pressure of gases

Mariner’s compass

It is an instrument used by the sailors to determine the direction.

Microphone

It converts the sound waves into electrical vibrations and to magnify the sound.

Radiometer

It measures the emission of radiant energy

Rain Gauge

An apparatus for recording rainfall at a particular place.

Radar

It is used for detecting the direction and range of an approaching plane by means of radio microwaves.

Pyrometer

It measures very high temperature

Potentiometer

It is used for comparing electromotive force of cells.

Periscope

It is used to view objects above sea level (used in sub marines)

Photometer

The instrument compares the luminous intensity of the source of light.

Phonograph

An instrument for producing sound

Odometer

An instrument by which the distance covered by wheeled vehicles is measured.

Microscope

It is used to obtain magnified view of small objects.

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