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  2. Vernier scale - Wikipedia

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    So for a vernier with a constant of 0.1, each mark on the vernier is spaced 9/10 of those on the main scale. If you put the two scales together with zero points aligned, the first mark on the vernier scale is 1/10 short of the first main scale mark, the second is 2/10 short, and so on up to the ninth mark, which is misaligned by 9/10.

  3. Vernier acuity - Wikipedia

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    Vernier acuity is measured by asking participants to judge the offset between two parallel line segments with both eyes (binocular vision) or with each eye individually (monocular vision). [10] Vernier measures in infants and non-verbal children can be done using the preferential-looking technique [11] or by electrophysiological techniques. [12 ...

  4. Stereoscopic acuity - Wikipedia

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    To transfer dγ into the usual unit of minutes of arc, a multiplicative constant c is inserted whose value is 3437.75 (1 radian in arcminutes). In the calculation a , dz and z must be in the same units, say, feet, inches, cm or meters.

  5. Pierre Vernier - Wikipedia

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    The main scale reading is the rightmost graduation that is to the left of the zero on the vernier scale. The vernier reading is found by locating the best aligned lines between the two scales. The 0.02 mm engraving indicates the caliper's accuracy and is the "Vernier constant" for this scale. He was born in Ornans, France, in 1580. He was ...

  6. Diameter tape - Wikipedia

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    The precision-diameter gages consist of a narrow metal ribbon bearing special graduations vernier scale. The vernier scale allows the user more accurately measure diameter. The tapes are checked over master gauges at 0.001 in (0.025 mm) accuracy for standard tapes up to 144 inches (3,658 mm). [3]

  7. Accused murderer Luigi Mangione’s grandmother reportedly left tens of millions of dollars to her children and grandchildren after she died, but did so on one condition: that any grandchild ...

  8. Visual acuity - Wikipedia

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    The newborn's visual acuity is approximately 6/133, developing to 6/6 well after the age of six months in most children, according to a study published in 2009. [36] The measurement of visual acuity in infants, pre-verbal children and special populations (for instance, disabled individuals) is not always possible with a letter chart.

  9. Eva Longoria Shares Rare Blended Family Snaps with Her ... - AOL

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    Eva Longoria is enjoying some R&R with her family over the holidays.. On Friday, Dec. 27, the actress, 49, shared a carousel of photos on Instagram from a recent trip alongside her husband José ...