Definition

A device used to measure the amount of gas, often found in laboratories or industrial settings.

Example

The scientist used a gasometer to accurately measure the volume of gas produced in the reaction.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a gasometer in action?

No, I haven't! What does it do?

It's used to measure and hold gases for experiments.

That sounds interesting! I would love to learn more about it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Gasometer → It is formed from "gas" (from German *Gas*, meaning a state of matter that is neither solid nor liquid) and "-meter" (from Greek *metron*, meaning measure). The word refers to a device that measures the amount of gas.

Memory Tip

Think of a device that 'measures' ('-meter') a state of matter called 'gas' — that's what a gasometer does.

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