Physics-Screw Gauge

NEET Physics Screw Gauge MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-fact-Medium-Class 12

What is the primary purpose of using a screw gauge?

A

To measure diameters and thicknesses with high precision

B

To measure length only up to 1 mm

C

To determine the weight of objects accurately

D

To measure temperature of materials

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The screw gauge is used to measure the diameter of a wire, the thickness of a sheet, and to determine the volume of an irregular lamina, providing higher precision than Vernier Callipers.

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