There Seems To Be Uncertainty about the Use of Significant Figures in Reporting Uncertainties of Results.

Caballero, Julio F.; Harris, Delphia F.

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Publication Date: 1998

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There Seems To Be Uncertainty about the Use of Significant Figures in Reporting Uncertainties of Results.

Caballero, Julio F.; Harris, Delphia F.

Journal of Chemical Education, v75 n8 p996 Aug 1998

Shares examples of reports of uncertainties that exceed the guideline of one or two significant figures. Points out that scientists should take great care in deciding on the appropriate form for reporting their results. (DDR)

Descriptors: Chemistry, Concept Formation, Data Analysis, Error of Measurement, Higher Education, Science Curriculum, Scientific Methodology, Undergraduate Study

Publication Type: Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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