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Why is a small mirror fastened to the metallic fiber in the Cavendish balance?

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Question

Why is a small mirror fastened to the metallic fiber in the Cavendish balance?

Options

  • To reflect light back to the observer

  • To measure the angle of twist of the suspension wire

  • To reduce friction in the system

  • To protect the small spheres

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Solution

To measure the angle of twist of the suspension wire

Explanation:

The mirror, combined with a light beam and scale arrangement, measures the angle of twist (θ) of the suspension wire, which is essential for calculating G.

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