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As a part of a laboratory investigation, Emily measured the volume of water in a graduated cylinder.Which of the choices correctly identifies the volume of water in the graduated cylinder?

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Answer:

The choice that correctly identifies the volume of water in the graduated cylinder is option B i.e 35 mL

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As a part of a laboratory investigation, Emily measured the volume of water in a graduated cylinder. Which of the choices correctly identifies the volume of water in the graduated cylinder? A. 38 mL B. 35 mL C. 37 mL D. 36.5 mL

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Solution

The meniscus formed in this figure is a concave figure and in any concave figure the readings are taken from the bottom of the curve at eye level. In the attached image the bottom of the meniscus at the eye level is marked at 35 mL.

Hence the choice that correctly identifies the volume of water in the graduated cylinder is option B i.e 35 mL

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