Definition

A device that measures how cloudy a liquid is or how many small particles are in it by analyzing the light that is scattered by the liquid.

Example

The scientist used a nephelometer to analyze the water samples for pollution levels.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of a nephelometer?

No, I haven't. What is it used for?

It's an instrument that measures the cloudiness of liquids by analyzing light.

That sounds interesting! I didn't know such a tool existed.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nephelometer → It is formed from "nephelo-" (from Greek "nephele", meaning cloud) and "-meter" (from Greek "metron", meaning measure). The word refers to an instrument that measures the amount of cloudiness or turbidity in a liquid.

Memory Tip

Think of 'cloud' ('nephele') and 'measure' ('metron') to remember that a nephelometer is a device that measures cloudiness.

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