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What do you mean by significant figures? - Chemistry

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What do you mean by significant figures?

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The significant figures in measurement or result are the number of digits known with certainty plus one uncertain digit.

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Chapter 2: Introduction to Analytical Chemistry - Exercises [Page 23]

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Balbharati Chemistry [English] Standard 11 Maharashtra State Board
Chapter 2 Introduction to Analytical Chemistry
Exercises | Q 2. (B) | Page 23

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