Thermometers Used in the Laboratory Must Be Calibrated Before They

question 16

Multiple Choice

Thermometers used in the laboratory must be calibrated before they are put into use.This is accomplished by:

• A) Sending to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to determine its accuracy
• B) Checking against an NIST thermometer
• C) Measuring the grades to make sure they are the standard size and accuracy
• D) Using a colored dye

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