General Scientific Instruments and their Definitions
Electrometer
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It measures electricity
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Electroscope
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It detects presence of an electric charge
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Endoscope
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It examines internal parts of the body
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Fathometer
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It measures the depth of the ocean
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Galvanometer
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It measures the electric current of low magnitude
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Hydrometer
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It measures the specific gravity of liquids
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Hydrophone
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It measures sound under water
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Kymograph
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It graphically records physiological movements(Blood Pressure and heart beat)
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Lactometer
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It determines the purity of milk
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Manometer
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It measures the Pressure of gases
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Mariner’s compass
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It is an instrument used by the sailors to determine the direction.
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Microphone
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It converts the sound waves into electrical vibrations and to magnify the sound.
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Radiometer
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It measures the emission of radiant energy
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Rain Gauge
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An apparatus for recording rainfall at a particular place.
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Radar
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It is used for detecting the direction and range of an approaching plane by means of radio microwaves.
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Pyrometer
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It measures very high temperature
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Potentiometer
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It is used for comparing electromotive force of cells.
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Periscope
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It is used to view objects above sea level (used in sub marines)
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Photometer
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The instrument compares the luminous intensity of the source of light.
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Phonograph
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An instrument for producing sound
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Odometer
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An instrument by which the distance covered by wheeled vehicles is measured.
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Microscope
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It is used to obtain magnified view of small objects.
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