Chemistry 8-25-17 Accuracy and Precision & Intro to Significant Figures

CHEMISTRY – So which is more important, accuracy or precision? Great discussion on causes of error in the lab and how to prevent them! Since we’re having server and Internet issues, I’m posting a vodcast from a few years ago.

So you’ve been using been using significant figures all along when you were measuring in the lab! Now the other half – using them in calculations will be no big deal at all!

Hey – how is the Scavenger hunt going? Did you notice I’ve extended the deadline? Check out the new due date on the syllabus. Make double sure you give yourself plenty of time!!

And don’t forget to be studying for the SI quiz!!


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