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ZIMSEC O-Level Chemistry

Measuring instruments

Measuring instruments in ZIMSEC O-Level Chemistry: what the syllabus expects you to know, the learning objectives and how to practise.
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Overview

Form 3 (competency matrix 8.1.2).

Learning objectives

What the syllabus expects you to be able to do.

  1. 7.1.1.1Identify suitable apparatus for measuring time, temperature, mass, volume and distance, such as stop-watches, thermometers, balances, burettes, pipettes, measuring cylinders and gas syringes.
  2. 7.1.1.2Use measuring apparatus correctly to take and record measurements.

Lessons

  • Apparatus and measurement in the chemistry laboratory

    30 min

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  • Planning investigations: variables, fair tests and safety

    30 min

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  • Recording, presenting and evaluating data

    35 min

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Measuring instruments: sample question

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Which apparatus is most suitable for measuring the volume of hydrogen given off when magnesium reacts with dilute acid?

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