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calibration reference [1 record]

Record 1 1999-10-09

English

Subject field(s)
  • Scientific Measurements and Analyses
  • Measuring Instruments
DEF

Any of the standards of various types that indicate whether an analytical instrument or procedure is working within prescribed limits; examples are test solutions used with pH meters, and solutions with known concentrations (standard solutions) used with spectrophotometers.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Mesures et analyse (Sciences)
  • Appareils de mesure
OBS

(...) étalonner ou (...) fournir des références à des appareils de mesure.

Spanish

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