Priple Beam Balance

The purpose of this experiment was to learn how to use a triple beam balance, graduated cylinder, and filter liquids. When reading a priple beam balance make sure the pointer is at the centerline on the scale. If it did not stop at point zero, ask the teacher to help. Do not try to do it if the first couples times did not work out. When using the beam use the riders to measure out the substance. Start with the largest and work down to the smallest mass rider. Make sure the pointer settled at zero or singed equally. A graduated cylinder was used for measuring the volumes of the liquid. When measuring the volumes be sure to be eye level with the meniscus. Any other position when looksing at the container will cause an error in the experiment.