Question

How will you record your observations while measuring the volume of an irregular solid by the displacement method using a cylinder?

Answer 1

For measurement of an irregular solid by the displacement method using a measuring cylinder.

a. Fill the graduated cylinder with the water.

b. Record the lower meniscus of water and let the value be V₁

c. Tie the solid whose volume is to be measured to a strong string and lower it into the water gently.

d. When the object is completely immersed in water, the level of water rises.

e. Note the reading carefully and let the value be V₂

f. The volume of the solid, V = V₂ - V₁