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A measuring cylinder also called graduated cylinder is laboratory glassware used to measure the volume of liquids. Some of its functions are the following: it is used at home when there is a need to measure volume of liquid ingredients required for a recipe and itÕs also used to accurately measure liquids used in chemistry or Biology laboratories.

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Is a measuring cylinder is used for volume?

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What laboratory equipment should I use for measuring volume?

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Is a graduated cylinder similar to a measuring cylinder?

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Why do you need a measuring cylinder?

measure liquids or the area/circumference of the cylinder.


What are the instruments for measuring volume?

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What measuring tool is used for volume?

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