Scientific Instruments
Name of instrument
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Function
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Ammeter
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Used for measuring strength of electric current
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Barometer
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Used for measuring atmospheric pressure
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Calorimeter
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Used for measuring quantities of heat
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Cardiograph (ECG)
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Used for measuring movements of the heart ; recorded on a cardiograph
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Dynamo
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Converts mechanical energy into electrical energy
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Electroencephalograph (EEG)
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Records and interprets the waves of the brain
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Electrometer
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Used for measuring very small electrical potential difference
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Endoscope
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Examines internal organs of the body and can be used for minor surgical procedures
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Fathometer
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Used for measuring depth of the ocean
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Galvanometer
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Used for measuring small electrical current
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Hydrometer
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Used for measuring the relative density of liquids
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Hygrometer
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Used of measuring the relative humidity in the atmosphere
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Kymograph
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Graphically records physiological movements (e.g. blood pressure/heartbeat)
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Lactometer
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Used for measuring the relative density of milk to determine the purity (fat content)
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Manometer
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Used for measuring the pressure of gases
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Micrometer
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Measures small distance
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Microscope
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Used for obtaining a magnified view of small objects
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Periscope
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Used of viewing objects above sea level (used in submarines)
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Polygraph
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Used for recording changes, simultaneously in physiological processes such as heart beat, blood pressure and respiration also used as a lie detector
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Pyrometer
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Used for measuring very high temperature
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