Scientific Instruments and their Uses
Following is the list of Important Scientific Instruments and their uses.
| Scientific Instrument | Used to Measure |
| Ammeter | Electric Current |
| Barometer | Atmospheric Pressure |
| Voltmeter | Electrical Potential Difference |
| Galvanometer | Electric Current |
| Hydrometer | Specific Gravity of Liquids |
| Hygrometer | Humidity |
| Microscope | Magnifying small objects (Viewing objects small for the naked eye) |
| Telescope | Viewing objects at great distances |
| Periscope | Used for observation from a concealed position |
| Telemeter | Distance from observer |
| Lactometer | Specific gravity of milk |
| Seismograph | Recording Earthquakes |
| Cardiograph | Recording movements of the heart |
RELATED PAGES
— Scientific Abbreviations
— Physical Quantities and their Units
— Scientific Inventions and Discoveries