Chemistry: The Molecular Nature of Matter
7th Edition
ISBN: 9781118516461
Author: Neil D. Jespersen, Alison Hyslop
Publisher: WILEY
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Chapter 1, Problem 29RQ
Suppose a length had been reported to be 31.24 cm. What is the minimum uncertainty implied in this measurement?
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Chemistry: The Molecular Nature of Matter
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Ch. 1 - 1.60 Perform the following conversions.
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