Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Aptitude Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Topic

Physics

Question:

Which of the following instruments is used for measuring the relative density of liquids?

Options:

Lactometer

Decimeter

Hydrometer

Orthometer

Correct Answer:

Hydrometer

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (3) → Hydrometer

A hydrometer is specifically designed to measure the relative density or specific gravity of liquids by floating in them.

Lactometer: This is actually a type of hydrometer, but it is specifically designed to measure the relative density and purity of milk.

Decimeter: This is a unit of length (equal to one-tenth of a meter, or 10 cm), not a measuring instrument for liquids.
 
Orthometer: This is a specialized surveying instrument used for measuring vertical distances or elevations with high precision.