Which of the following is the most accurate way to measure the diameter of a hair?

Source: JAMB · 2023

Which of the following is the most accurate way to measure the diameter of a hair?

  1. Using a micrometer screw gauge ✓
  2. Using a vernier caliper
  3. Using a ruler
  4. Using your eye
Explanation

A hair is very thin, about 0.05 to 0.1 mm across. A micrometer screw gauge reads to 0.01 mm, so it is the most accurate of these tools.

A vernier caliper reads to about 0.1 mm, which is too coarse. A ruler or the eye is much worse.

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