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Calibration of Pressure Gauge using Dead Weight Gauge Calibrator

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What is the purpose of calibrating a pressure gauge using a Dead Weight Gauge Calibrator?

a: To measure the temperature of the fluid or gas Explanation

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b: To determine the size of the pressure gauge Explanation

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c: To ensure accurate measurements of pressure Explanation

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d: To calculate the viscosity of the fluid Explanation

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What is a Dead Weight Gauge Calibrator?

a: A device used to measure temperature Explanation

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b: A tool for measuring the weight of objects Explanation

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c: A primary standard device to generate known pressures Explanation

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d: A device used to calibrate flow meters Explanation

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How does a Dead Weight Gauge Calibrator generate known pressures?

a: By using a spring mechanism Explanation

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b: By applying weights to a piston in a fluid-filled cylinder Explanation

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c: By adjusting the size of the pressure chamber Explanation

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d: By measuring the electrical resistance of the fluid Explanation

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What should be checked before performing the calibration?

a: The color of the pressure gauge Explanation

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b: The weight of the Dead Weight Gauge Calibrator Explanation

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c: The calibration certificate of the Dead Weight Gauge Calibrator (if available) Explanation

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d: The length of the tubing used for connection Explanation

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What is the purpose of plotting a calibration curve?

a: To calculate the weight applied to the Dead Weight Gauge Calibrator Explanation

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b: To determine the temperature of the fluid or gas Explanation

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c: To assess the accuracy and linearity of the pressure gauge Explanation

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d: To measure the flow rate of the fluid or gas Explanation

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