calibration

Meanings

• Noun

  The process of adjusting an instrument or machine to ensure accurate measurement or performance.

  - "The calibration of the microscope is crucial for obtaining accurate results."
  - "Before using the new scale, it needs to be calibrated."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with calibration
exhibition , station , nation , vacation

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Variants

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calibration , calibrations

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Etymology

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Derived from the Latin word 'calare', meaning 'to keep clean' or 'to level'.

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Trivia

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1. Calibration is used not only for physical instruments but also for software and algorithms.

2. The first calibration standards were based on natural phenomena, such as the melting point of ice and the boiling point of water.

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Related Concepts

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1. Standard: A reference material or process used for calibration.

2. Validation: The process of confirming that a system or process works correctly and reliably.

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Culture

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Calibration is an essential concept in various scientific and industrial fields, including metrology, engineering, and quality control.

How to Memorize "calibration"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a scientist adjusting the settings on a machine to ensure accurate measurements.
   - Visualize the process of aligning a ruler to ensure its measurements are correct.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'calibration' with the idea of accuracy and precision.
   - Think of the word 'calibration' as a way to ensure that measurements or performance are reliable.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'CAL' to remember the meaning of calibration: 'Calibrate for Accuracy and Legitimacy'.

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