The concepts of error and uncertainty are often difficult for teachers to convey to their students. This full colour leaflet provides a brief introduction to these important topics. The leaflet covers the following areas:
- What is measurement uncertainty?
- Why is measurement uncertainty important?
- Sources of measurement uncertainty
- Sources of error
It explains the difference between �uncertainty� and �error� and the concepts of random and systematic errors. Sources of uncertainty are illustrated by considering the example of a titration experiment to determine the concentration of an acid. The leaflet also contains a glossary of key terms.
Click here to view a sample copy of the leaflet. Hard copies are available from the VAM helpdesk.