Section: Module 2: Lesson 2: Measurement Uncertainty, Accuracy, and Precision | General Chemistry 1 | NextGenU.org
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Student Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:- Define precision and accuracy to describe measured quantities.
- Learn the rules to determine significant figures when reporting measurements and calculated values.
- Represent numbers using scientific/exponential notation.
- Identify exact numbers and how/when to apply rules for rounding up.
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Required Learning Resources and Activities
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Read the contents under the headings "Learning Objectives" to "Key Concepts and Summary," and "Glossary." (13 minutes)
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- Define precision and accuracy to describe measured quantities.