MCQ
Identify the physical quantity that cannot be measured using spherometer :
  • A
     Radius of curvature of concave surface
  • Specific rotation of liquids
  • C
     Thickness of thin plates
  • D
     Radius of curvature of convex surface

Answer

Correct option: B.
Specific rotation of liquids
b
Spherometer can be used to measure curvature of surface.

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