Physics-(general)

NEET Physics (general) MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-fact-Easy-Class 12

What is the term used for the distance OM in the context of a spherometer's measurement of curvature?

A

Sagitta

B

Radius

C

Length

D

Diameter

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The distance OM in the context of a spherometer is referred to as sagitta, which is the height of the arc above the chord. This term is directly mentioned in the context of measuring the curvature of spherical surfaces.

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