A Manual of Physical Measurements (Classic Reprint)

Anthony Zeleny

ISBN 10: 1330593499 / ISBN 13: 9781330593493

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book guides you through the experiments that lay the foundation for understanding the principles of physics. Discover how to measure length, volume, and time; manipulate variables to investigate gravity, motion, and inertia; and learn about the properties of liquids, gases, and more. This manual gives you the knowledge and tools to investigate the natural world and gain a deeper appreciation for the elegance and complexity of physics. It is ideal for students and teachers of physics, as well as anyone who wants to explore the wonders of the physical world. The book's hands-on approach emphasizes the excitement of scientific discovery and prepares readers to engage in future study and research in the natural sciences. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: A Manual of Physical Measurements (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1330593499
• ISBN 13: 9781330593493
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Physics

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Synopsis

Master physical measurement with a clear, experiment‑driven approach

This practical guide covers the fundamentals of measuring length, volume, mass, time, and more, with a steady focus on accuracy, error analysis, and reliable results.

Designed as a thorough laboratory companion, the book explains how to plan experiments, master the equipment, and judge the quality of observations. It shows how to handle constant and accidental errors, how to express results with the correct significant figures, and how to present findings graphically for clarity and comparison. Readers gain a solid framework for reliable measurement across a wide range of topics, from mechanics to electricity and magnetism.

• Learn how to prepare experiments, understand apparatus functions, and avoid common mistakes that affect results.
• Discover practical methods for estimating errors, plotting results, and interpreting figures with confidence.
• Explore a broad set of experiments on length, volume, mass, time, fluids, heat, electricity, magnetism, light, and more.
• Find guidance on calibrating instruments and applying standard procedures like balance methods, potentiometer techniques, and error analysis rules.

Ideal for students, teachers, and anyone seeking a clear, hands‑on path to mastering physical measurements.