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What is a Graduated Cylinder Used For?

Answer – Graduated cylinders are used to measure the volumes of liquids.

Explanation:

A graduated cylinder is a commonly used item of laboratory equipment used to measure the volume of liquids. 

Often made of polymer, it is a tall and narrow cylinder with markings along its side. Once it is filled up with the liquid to be measured, these markings are used to determine its volume. Graduated cylinders are available in various capacities, and can be used to measure liquids of volumes that are equal to or less than their maximum capacities.


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