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The Boy Mechanic, Book — Book 2, 1000 Things for Boys to Do

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How to Construct a Simple Galvanometer A galvanometer is an instrument used to detect the presence of an electrical current in a circuit or to measure the value of the current in amperes.
The operation of practically all galvanometers is based upon the same principle, and they differ chiefly in mechanical construction and the relative arrangement of their different parts.
A very simple galvanometer, that will give quite satisfactory results, under favorable conditions, may be constructed as follows: Turn from a piece of hard wood a ring having dimensions corresponding to those given in the cross section, Fig. 1.
Fill the groove in this ring to within 1/8 in. of the top with No. 18 gauge double-cotton-covered copper wire, insulating the different layers from each other by means of a layer of good bond paper.
The winding may be started by drilling a small hole through the side of the groove, as close to the bottom as possible, and allowing about 6 in. of the wire to protrude through it.
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The Boy Mechanic, Book — Book 2, 1000 Things for Boys to Do

Chapter XX

Chapter 20 of The Boy Mechanic, Book — Book 2, 1000 Things for Boys to Do is here in full — 386 sentences across 78 reading sections, with audio for every sentence and word.

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How to Construct a Simple Galvanometer A galvanometer is an instrument used to detect the presence of an electrical current in a circuit or to measure the value of the current in amperes.
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The operation of practically all galvanometers is based upon the same principle, and they differ chiefly in mechanical construction and the relative arrangement of their different parts.
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A very simple galvanometer, that will give quite satisfactory results, under favorable conditions, may be constructed as follows: Turn from a piece of hard wood a ring having dimensions corresponding to those given in the cross section, Fig. 1.
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Fill the groove in this ring to within 1/8 in. of the top with No. 18 gauge double-cotton-covered copper wire, insulating the different layers from each other by means of a layer of good bond paper.
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The winding may be started by drilling a small hole through the side of the groove, as close to the bottom as possible, and allowing about 6 in. of the wire to protrude through it.

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These definitions explain words found in the current reading and keep every example grounded in its original sentence.

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amperes noun US /ˈæmpɜːrz/

plural of “ampere” — a former unit of electric current (slightly smaller than the SI ampere)

From this reading “How to Construct a Simple Galvanometer A galvanometer is an instrument used to detect the presence of an electrical current in a circuit or to measure the value of the current in amperes.”

Construct verb US /kənˈstrʌkt/

make by combining materials and parts

From this reading “How to Construct a Simple Galvanometer A galvanometer is an instrument used to detect the presence of an electrical current in a circuit or to measure the value of the current in amperes.”

drilling noun US /ˈdrɪlɪŋ/

the act of drilling

From this reading “The winding may be started by drilling a small hole through the side of the groove, as close to the bottom as possible, and allowing about 6 in. of the wire to protrude through it.”

gauge verb US /ɡeɪdʒ/

judge tentatively or form an estimate of (quantities or time)

From this reading “Fill the groove in this ring to within 1/8 in. of the top with No. 18 gauge double-cotton-covered copper wire, insulating the different layers from each other by means of a layer of good bond paper.”

groove noun US /ɡruːv/

a long narrow furrow cut either by a natural process (such as erosion) or by a tool (as e.g. a groove in a phonograph record)

From this reading “Fill the groove in this ring to within 1/8 in. of the top with No. 18 gauge double-cotton-covered copper wire, insulating the different layers from each other by means of a layer of good bond paper.”

insulating verb US /ˈɪnsəleɪtɪŋ/

-ing form of “insulate” — protect from heat, cold, or noise by surrounding with insulating material

From this reading “Fill the groove in this ring to within 1/8 in. of the top with No. 18 gauge double-cotton-covered copper wire, insulating the different layers from each other by means of a layer of good bond paper.”

layers noun US /ˈleɪərz/

plural of “layer” — single thickness of usually some homogeneous substance

From this reading “Fill the groove in this ring to within 1/8 in. of the top with No. 18 gauge double-cotton-covered copper wire, insulating the different layers from each other by means of a layer of good bond paper.”

protrude verb US /proʊˈtruːd/

extend out or project in space

From this reading “The winding may be started by drilling a small hole through the side of the groove, as close to the bottom as possible, and allowing about 6 in. of the wire to protrude through it.”

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copper wire noun + noun

In this reading “Fill the groove in this ring to within 1/8 in. of the top with No. 18 gauge double-cotton-covered copper wire, insulating the different layers from each other by means of a layer of good bond paper.”

different parts adjective + noun

In this reading “The operation of practically all galvanometers is based upon the same principle, and they differ chiefly in mechanical construction and the relative arrangement of their different parts.”

satisfactory results adjective + noun counted as “satisfactory result”

In this reading “A very simple galvanometer, that will give quite satisfactory results, under favorable conditions, may be constructed as follows: Turn from a piece of hard wood a ring having dimensions corresponding to those given in the cross section, Fig. 1.”

same principle adjective + noun

In this reading “The operation of practically all galvanometers is based upon the same principle, and they differ chiefly in mechanical construction and the relative arrangement of their different parts.”

quite satisfactory adverb + adjective

In this reading “A very simple galvanometer, that will give quite satisfactory results, under favorable conditions, may be constructed as follows: Turn from a piece of hard wood a ring having dimensions corresponding to those given in the cross section, Fig. 1.”

small hole adjective + noun

In this reading “The winding may be started by drilling a small hole through the side of the groove, as close to the bottom as possible, and allowing about 6 in. of the wire to protrude through it.”

by means preposition + noun

In this reading “Fill the groove in this ring to within 1/8 in. of the top with No. 18 gauge double-cotton-covered copper wire, insulating the different layers from each other by means of a layer of good bond paper.”

hard wood adjective + noun

In this reading “A very simple galvanometer, that will give quite satisfactory results, under favorable conditions, may be constructed as follows: Turn from a piece of hard wood a ring having dimensions corresponding to those given in the cross section, Fig. 1.”

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1

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From this reading A very simple galvanometer, that will give quite satisfactory results, under favorable conditions, may be constructed as follows: Turn from a piece of hard wood a ring having dimensions corresponding to those given in the cross section, Fig. 1.

18

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From this reading Fill the groove in this ring to within 1/8 in. of the top with No. 18 gauge double-cotton-covered copper wire, insulating the different layers from each other by means of a layer of good bond paper.

6

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From this reading The winding may be started by drilling a small hole through the side of the groove, as close to the bottom as possible, and allowing about 6 in. of the wire to protrude through it.

8

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From this reading Fill the groove in this ring to within 1/8 in. of the top with No. 18 gauge double-cotton-covered copper wire, insulating the different layers from each other by means of a layer of good bond paper.

adeterminerUS /ə/

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading How to Construct a Simple Galvanometer A galvanometer is an instrument used to detect the presence of an electrical current in a circuit or to measure the value of the current in amperes.

aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading The winding may be started by drilling a small hole through the side of the groove, as close to the bottom as possible, and allowing about 6 in. of the wire to protrude through it.

alladjectiveUS /ɔːl/

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading The operation of practically all galvanometers is based upon the same principle, and they differ chiefly in mechanical construction and the relative arrangement of their different parts.

allowingverbUS /əˈlaʊɪŋ/

-ing form of “allow” — make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen

From this reading The winding may be started by drilling a small hole through the side of the groove, as close to the bottom as possible, and allowing about 6 in. of the wire to protrude through it.

amperesnounUS /ˈæmpɜːrz/

plural of “ampere” — a former unit of electric current (slightly smaller than the SI ampere)

From this reading How to Construct a Simple Galvanometer A galvanometer is an instrument used to detect the presence of an electrical current in a circuit or to measure the value of the current in amperes.

andeterminerUS /æn/

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading How to Construct a Simple Galvanometer A galvanometer is an instrument used to detect the presence of an electrical current in a circuit or to measure the value of the current in amperes.

andconjunctionUS /ənd/

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading The operation of practically all galvanometers is based upon the same principle, and they differ chiefly in mechanical construction and the relative arrangement of their different parts.

arrangementnounUS /ərˈeɪndʒmənt/

the thing arranged or agreed to

From this reading The operation of practically all galvanometers is based upon the same principle, and they differ chiefly in mechanical construction and the relative arrangement of their different parts.

asconjunctionUS /æz/

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading A very simple galvanometer, that will give quite satisfactory results, under favorable conditions, may be constructed as follows: Turn from a piece of hard wood a ring having dimensions corresponding to those given in the cross section, Fig. 1.

basedadjectiveUS /beɪst/

having a base

From this reading The operation of practically all galvanometers is based upon the same principle, and they differ chiefly in mechanical construction and the relative arrangement of their different parts.

beauxiliary verbUS /biː/

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading A very simple galvanometer, that will give quite satisfactory results, under favorable conditions, may be constructed as follows: Turn from a piece of hard wood a ring having dimensions corresponding to those given in the cross section, Fig. 1.

bondnounUS /bɑːnd/

an electrical force linking atoms

From this reading Fill the groove in this ring to within 1/8 in. of the top with No. 18 gauge double-cotton-covered copper wire, insulating the different layers from each other by means of a layer of good bond paper.

bottomnounUS /ˈbɑːtəm/

the lower side of anything

From this reading The winding may be started by drilling a small hole through the side of the groove, as close to the bottom as possible, and allowing about 6 in. of the wire to protrude through it.

byprepositionUS /baɪ/

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Fill the groove in this ring to within 1/8 in. of the top with No. 18 gauge double-cotton-covered copper wire, insulating the different layers from each other by means of a layer of good bond paper.

chieflyadverbUS /ˈtʃiːfli/

for the most part

From this reading The operation of practically all galvanometers is based upon the same principle, and they differ chiefly in mechanical construction and the relative arrangement of their different parts.

circuitnounUS /ˈsɜːrkət/

an electrical device that provides a path for electrical current to flow

From this reading How to Construct a Simple Galvanometer A galvanometer is an instrument used to detect the presence of an electrical current in a circuit or to measure the value of the current in amperes.

closeadjectiveUS /kloʊs/

at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other

From this reading The winding may be started by drilling a small hole through the side of the groove, as close to the bottom as possible, and allowing about 6 in. of the wire to protrude through it.

conditionsnounUS /kənˈdɪʃənz/

the prevailing context that influences the performance or the outcome of a process

From this reading A very simple galvanometer, that will give quite satisfactory results, under favorable conditions, may be constructed as follows: Turn from a piece of hard wood a ring having dimensions corresponding to those given in the cross section, Fig. 1.

ConstructverbUS /kənˈstrʌkt/

make by combining materials and parts

From this reading How to Construct a Simple Galvanometer A galvanometer is an instrument used to detect the presence of an electrical current in a circuit or to measure the value of the current in amperes.

constructedverbUS /kənˈstrʌktəd/

past form of “construct” — make by combining materials and parts

From this reading A very simple galvanometer, that will give quite satisfactory results, under favorable conditions, may be constructed as follows: Turn from a piece of hard wood a ring having dimensions corresponding to those given in the cross section, Fig. 1.

constructionnounUS /kənˈstrʌkʃən/

the act of constructing something

From this reading The operation of practically all galvanometers is based upon the same principle, and they differ chiefly in mechanical construction and the relative arrangement of their different parts.

coppernounUS /ˈkɑːpər/

a ductile malleable reddish-brown corrosion-resistant diamagnetic metallic element; occurs in various minerals but is the only metal that occurs abundantly in large masses; used as an electrical and thermal conductor

From this reading Fill the groove in this ring to within 1/8 in. of the top with No. 18 gauge double-cotton-covered copper wire, insulating the different layers from each other by means of a layer of good bond paper.

correspondingadjectiveUS /ˌkɔːrəˈspɑːndɪŋ/

accompanying

From this reading A very simple galvanometer, that will give quite satisfactory results, under favorable conditions, may be constructed as follows: Turn from a piece of hard wood a ring having dimensions corresponding to those given in the cross section, Fig. 1.

crossverbUS /krɔːs/

travel across or pass over

From this reading A very simple galvanometer, that will give quite satisfactory results, under favorable conditions, may be constructed as follows: Turn from a piece of hard wood a ring having dimensions corresponding to those given in the cross section, Fig. 1.

currentnounUS /ˈkɜːrənt/

a flow of electricity through a conductor

From this reading How to Construct a Simple Galvanometer A galvanometer is an instrument used to detect the presence of an electrical current in a circuit or to measure the value of the current in amperes.

detectverbUS /dɪˈtekt/

discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of

From this reading How to Construct a Simple Galvanometer A galvanometer is an instrument used to detect the presence of an electrical current in a circuit or to measure the value of the current in amperes.

differverbUS /ˈdɪfər/

be different

From this reading The operation of practically all galvanometers is based upon the same principle, and they differ chiefly in mechanical construction and the relative arrangement of their different parts.

differentadjectiveUS /ˈdɪfərənt/

unlike in nature or quality or form or degree

From this reading The operation of practically all galvanometers is based upon the same principle, and they differ chiefly in mechanical construction and the relative arrangement of their different parts.

dimensionsnounUS /dɪˈmenʃənz/

plural of “dimension” — the magnitude of something in a particular direction (especially length or width or height)

From this reading A very simple galvanometer, that will give quite satisfactory results, under favorable conditions, may be constructed as follows: Turn from a piece of hard wood a ring having dimensions corresponding to those given in the cross section, Fig. 1.

double-cotton-covered

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Fill the groove in this ring to within 1/8 in. of the top with No. 18 gauge double-cotton-covered copper wire, insulating the different layers from each other by means of a layer of good bond paper.

drillingnounUS /ˈdrɪlɪŋ/

the act of drilling

From this reading The winding may be started by drilling a small hole through the side of the groove, as close to the bottom as possible, and allowing about 6 in. of the wire to protrude through it.

eachdeterminerUS /iːtʃ/

every one of two or more people or things, taken separately

From this reading Fill the groove in this ring to within 1/8 in. of the top with No. 18 gauge double-cotton-covered copper wire, insulating the different layers from each other by means of a layer of good bond paper.

electricaladjectiveUS /ɪˈlektrɪkəl/

relating to or concerned with electricity

From this reading How to Construct a Simple Galvanometer A galvanometer is an instrument used to detect the presence of an electrical current in a circuit or to measure the value of the current in amperes.

favorableadjectiveUS /ˈfeɪvərəbəl/

encouraging or approving or pleasing

From this reading A very simple galvanometer, that will give quite satisfactory results, under favorable conditions, may be constructed as follows: Turn from a piece of hard wood a ring having dimensions corresponding to those given in the cross section, Fig. 1.

FignounUS /fɪɡ/

a diagram or picture illustrating textual material

From this reading A very simple galvanometer, that will give quite satisfactory results, under favorable conditions, may be constructed as follows: Turn from a piece of hard wood a ring having dimensions corresponding to those given in the cross section, Fig. 1.

FillverbUS /fɪl/

make full, also in a metaphorical sense

From this reading Fill the groove in this ring to within 1/8 in. of the top with No. 18 gauge double-cotton-covered copper wire, insulating the different layers from each other by means of a layer of good bond paper.

followsverbUS /ˈfɑːloʊz/

third-person singular of “follow” — to travel behind, go after, come after

From this reading A very simple galvanometer, that will give quite satisfactory results, under favorable conditions, may be constructed as follows: Turn from a piece of hard wood a ring having dimensions corresponding to those given in the cross section, Fig. 1.

fromprepositionUS /frʌm/

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading A very simple galvanometer, that will give quite satisfactory results, under favorable conditions, may be constructed as follows: Turn from a piece of hard wood a ring having dimensions corresponding to those given in the cross section, Fig. 1.

Galvanometernoun

meter for detecting or comparing or measuring small electric currents

From this reading How to Construct a Simple Galvanometer A galvanometer is an instrument used to detect the presence of an electrical current in a circuit or to measure the value of the current in amperes.

galvanometers

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading The operation of practically all galvanometers is based upon the same principle, and they differ chiefly in mechanical construction and the relative arrangement of their different parts.

gaugeverbUS /ɡeɪdʒ/

judge tentatively or form an estimate of (quantities or time)

From this reading Fill the groove in this ring to within 1/8 in. of the top with No. 18 gauge double-cotton-covered copper wire, insulating the different layers from each other by means of a layer of good bond paper.

giveverbUS /ɡɪv/

cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense

From this reading A very simple galvanometer, that will give quite satisfactory results, under favorable conditions, may be constructed as follows: Turn from a piece of hard wood a ring having dimensions corresponding to those given in the cross section, Fig. 1.

givenadjectiveUS /ˈɡɪvən/

acknowledged as a supposition

From this reading A very simple galvanometer, that will give quite satisfactory results, under favorable conditions, may be constructed as follows: Turn from a piece of hard wood a ring having dimensions corresponding to those given in the cross section, Fig. 1.

goodadjectiveUS /ɡʊd/

having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified

From this reading Fill the groove in this ring to within 1/8 in. of the top with No. 18 gauge double-cotton-covered copper wire, insulating the different layers from each other by means of a layer of good bond paper.

groovenounUS /ɡruːv/

a long narrow furrow cut either by a natural process (such as erosion) or by a tool (as e.g. a groove in a phonograph record)

From this reading Fill the groove in this ring to within 1/8 in. of the top with No. 18 gauge double-cotton-covered copper wire, insulating the different layers from each other by means of a layer of good bond paper.

hardadjectiveUS /hɑːrd/

not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure

From this reading A very simple galvanometer, that will give quite satisfactory results, under favorable conditions, may be constructed as follows: Turn from a piece of hard wood a ring having dimensions corresponding to those given in the cross section, Fig. 1.

havingauxiliary verbUS /ˈhævɪŋ/

the -ing form of “have”

From this reading A very simple galvanometer, that will give quite satisfactory results, under favorable conditions, may be constructed as follows: Turn from a piece of hard wood a ring having dimensions corresponding to those given in the cross section, Fig. 1.

holenounUS /hoʊl/

an opening into or through something

From this reading The winding may be started by drilling a small hole through the side of the groove, as close to the bottom as possible, and allowing about 6 in. of the wire to protrude through it.

How

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From this reading How to Construct a Simple Galvanometer A galvanometer is an instrument used to detect the presence of an electrical current in a circuit or to measure the value of the current in amperes.

inprepositionUS /ɪn/

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading How to Construct a Simple Galvanometer A galvanometer is an instrument used to detect the presence of an electrical current in a circuit or to measure the value of the current in amperes.

instrumentnounUS /ˈɪnstrəmənt/

a device that requires skill for proper use

From this reading How to Construct a Simple Galvanometer A galvanometer is an instrument used to detect the presence of an electrical current in a circuit or to measure the value of the current in amperes.

insulatingverbUS /ˈɪnsəleɪtɪŋ/

-ing form of “insulate” — protect from heat, cold, or noise by surrounding with insulating material

From this reading Fill the groove in this ring to within 1/8 in. of the top with No. 18 gauge double-cotton-covered copper wire, insulating the different layers from each other by means of a layer of good bond paper.

isauxiliary verbUS /ɪz/

the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading How to Construct a Simple Galvanometer A galvanometer is an instrument used to detect the presence of an electrical current in a circuit or to measure the value of the current in amperes.

itpronounUS /ɪt/

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading The winding may be started by drilling a small hole through the side of the groove, as close to the bottom as possible, and allowing about 6 in. of the wire to protrude through it.

layernounUS /ˈleɪər/

single thickness of usually some homogeneous substance

From this reading Fill the groove in this ring to within 1/8 in. of the top with No. 18 gauge double-cotton-covered copper wire, insulating the different layers from each other by means of a layer of good bond paper.

layersnounUS /ˈleɪərz/

plural of “layer” — single thickness of usually some homogeneous substance

From this reading Fill the groove in this ring to within 1/8 in. of the top with No. 18 gauge double-cotton-covered copper wire, insulating the different layers from each other by means of a layer of good bond paper.

maymodal verbUS /meɪ/

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading A very simple galvanometer, that will give quite satisfactory results, under favorable conditions, may be constructed as follows: Turn from a piece of hard wood a ring having dimensions corresponding to those given in the cross section, Fig. 1.

meansnounUS /miːnz/

thing or person that acts to produce a particular effect or achieve an end

From this reading Fill the groove in this ring to within 1/8 in. of the top with No. 18 gauge double-cotton-covered copper wire, insulating the different layers from each other by means of a layer of good bond paper.

measurenounUS /ˈmeʒər/

any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal

From this reading How to Construct a Simple Galvanometer A galvanometer is an instrument used to detect the presence of an electrical current in a circuit or to measure the value of the current in amperes.

mechanicaladjectiveUS /məˈkænɪkəl/

using (or as if using) mechanisms or tools or devices

From this reading The operation of practically all galvanometers is based upon the same principle, and they differ chiefly in mechanical construction and the relative arrangement of their different parts.

NodeterminerUS /noʊ/

not any; not one

From this reading Fill the groove in this ring to within 1/8 in. of the top with No. 18 gauge double-cotton-covered copper wire, insulating the different layers from each other by means of a layer of good bond paper.

ofprepositionUS /ʌv/

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading How to Construct a Simple Galvanometer A galvanometer is an instrument used to detect the presence of an electrical current in a circuit or to measure the value of the current in amperes.

operationnounUS /ˌɑːpərˈeɪʃən/

the state of being in effect or being operative

From this reading The operation of practically all galvanometers is based upon the same principle, and they differ chiefly in mechanical construction and the relative arrangement of their different parts.

orconjunctionUS /ɔːr/

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading How to Construct a Simple Galvanometer A galvanometer is an instrument used to detect the presence of an electrical current in a circuit or to measure the value of the current in amperes.

otheradjectiveUS /ˈʌðər/

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading Fill the groove in this ring to within 1/8 in. of the top with No. 18 gauge double-cotton-covered copper wire, insulating the different layers from each other by means of a layer of good bond paper.

papernounUS /ˈpeɪpər/

a material made of cellulose pulp derived mainly from wood or rags or certain grasses

From this reading Fill the groove in this ring to within 1/8 in. of the top with No. 18 gauge double-cotton-covered copper wire, insulating the different layers from each other by means of a layer of good bond paper.

partsnounUS /pɑːrts/

the local environment

From this reading The operation of practically all galvanometers is based upon the same principle, and they differ chiefly in mechanical construction and the relative arrangement of their different parts.

piecenounUS /piːs/

a separate part of a whole

From this reading A very simple galvanometer, that will give quite satisfactory results, under favorable conditions, may be constructed as follows: Turn from a piece of hard wood a ring having dimensions corresponding to those given in the cross section, Fig. 1.

possibleadjectiveUS /ˈpɑːsəbəl/

capable of happening or existing

From this reading The winding may be started by drilling a small hole through the side of the groove, as close to the bottom as possible, and allowing about 6 in. of the wire to protrude through it.

practicallyadverbUS /ˈpræktɪkli/

almost; nearly

From this reading The operation of practically all galvanometers is based upon the same principle, and they differ chiefly in mechanical construction and the relative arrangement of their different parts.

presencenounUS /ˈprezəns/

the state of being present; current existence

From this reading How to Construct a Simple Galvanometer A galvanometer is an instrument used to detect the presence of an electrical current in a circuit or to measure the value of the current in amperes.

principlenounUS /ˈprɪnsəpəl/

a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct

From this reading The operation of practically all galvanometers is based upon the same principle, and they differ chiefly in mechanical construction and the relative arrangement of their different parts.

protrudeverbUS /proʊˈtruːd/

extend out or project in space

From this reading The winding may be started by drilling a small hole through the side of the groove, as close to the bottom as possible, and allowing about 6 in. of the wire to protrude through it.

quiteadverbUS /kwaɪt/

to a degree (not used with a negative)

From this reading A very simple galvanometer, that will give quite satisfactory results, under favorable conditions, may be constructed as follows: Turn from a piece of hard wood a ring having dimensions corresponding to those given in the cross section, Fig. 1.

relativenounUS /ˈrelətɪv/

a person related by blood or marriage

From this reading The operation of practically all galvanometers is based upon the same principle, and they differ chiefly in mechanical construction and the relative arrangement of their different parts.

resultsnounUS /rɪˈzʌlts/

plural of “result” — a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading A very simple galvanometer, that will give quite satisfactory results, under favorable conditions, may be constructed as follows: Turn from a piece of hard wood a ring having dimensions corresponding to those given in the cross section, Fig. 1.

ringverbUS /rɪŋ/

sound loudly and sonorously

From this reading A very simple galvanometer, that will give quite satisfactory results, under favorable conditions, may be constructed as follows: Turn from a piece of hard wood a ring having dimensions corresponding to those given in the cross section, Fig. 1.

sameadjectiveUS /seɪm/

Identical; not different.

From this reading The operation of practically all galvanometers is based upon the same principle, and they differ chiefly in mechanical construction and the relative arrangement of their different parts.

satisfactoryadjectiveUS /ˌsætəˈsfæktri/

giving satisfaction

From this reading A very simple galvanometer, that will give quite satisfactory results, under favorable conditions, may be constructed as follows: Turn from a piece of hard wood a ring having dimensions corresponding to those given in the cross section, Fig. 1.

sectionnounUS /ˈsekʃən/

a self-contained part of a larger composition (written or musical)

From this reading A very simple galvanometer, that will give quite satisfactory results, under favorable conditions, may be constructed as follows: Turn from a piece of hard wood a ring having dimensions corresponding to those given in the cross section, Fig. 1.

sidenounUS /saɪd/

a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location

From this reading The winding may be started by drilling a small hole through the side of the groove, as close to the bottom as possible, and allowing about 6 in. of the wire to protrude through it.

SimpleadjectiveUS /ˈsɪmpəl/

having few parts; not complex or complicated or involved

From this reading How to Construct a Simple Galvanometer A galvanometer is an instrument used to detect the presence of an electrical current in a circuit or to measure the value of the current in amperes.

smalladjectiveUS /smɔːl/

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading The winding may be started by drilling a small hole through the side of the groove, as close to the bottom as possible, and allowing about 6 in. of the wire to protrude through it.

startedverbUS /ˈstɑːrtɪd/

past form of “start” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading The winding may be started by drilling a small hole through the side of the groove, as close to the bottom as possible, and allowing about 6 in. of the wire to protrude through it.

thatconjunctionUS /ðæt/

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading A very simple galvanometer, that will give quite satisfactory results, under favorable conditions, may be constructed as follows: Turn from a piece of hard wood a ring having dimensions corresponding to those given in the cross section, Fig. 1.

thedeterminerUS /ðə/

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading How to Construct a Simple Galvanometer A galvanometer is an instrument used to detect the presence of an electrical current in a circuit or to measure the value of the current in amperes.

theirdeterminerUS /ðer/

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading The operation of practically all galvanometers is based upon the same principle, and they differ chiefly in mechanical construction and the relative arrangement of their different parts.

theypronounUS /ðeɪ/

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading The operation of practically all galvanometers is based upon the same principle, and they differ chiefly in mechanical construction and the relative arrangement of their different parts.

thisdeterminerUS /ðɪs/

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading Fill the groove in this ring to within 1/8 in. of the top with No. 18 gauge double-cotton-covered copper wire, insulating the different layers from each other by means of a layer of good bond paper.

thosedeterminerUS /ðoʊz/

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading A very simple galvanometer, that will give quite satisfactory results, under favorable conditions, may be constructed as follows: Turn from a piece of hard wood a ring having dimensions corresponding to those given in the cross section, Fig. 1.

throughprepositionUS /θruː/

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading The winding may be started by drilling a small hole through the side of the groove, as close to the bottom as possible, and allowing about 6 in. of the wire to protrude through it.

toparticleUS /tuː/

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading How to Construct a Simple Galvanometer A galvanometer is an instrument used to detect the presence of an electrical current in a circuit or to measure the value of the current in amperes.

topnounUS /tɑːp/

the upper part of anything

From this reading Fill the groove in this ring to within 1/8 in. of the top with No. 18 gauge double-cotton-covered copper wire, insulating the different layers from each other by means of a layer of good bond paper.

TurnverbUS /tɜːrn/

change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense

From this reading A very simple galvanometer, that will give quite satisfactory results, under favorable conditions, may be constructed as follows: Turn from a piece of hard wood a ring having dimensions corresponding to those given in the cross section, Fig. 1.

underprepositionUS /ˈʌndər/

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading A very simple galvanometer, that will give quite satisfactory results, under favorable conditions, may be constructed as follows: Turn from a piece of hard wood a ring having dimensions corresponding to those given in the cross section, Fig. 1.

uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/

a formal word for “on”

From this reading The operation of practically all galvanometers is based upon the same principle, and they differ chiefly in mechanical construction and the relative arrangement of their different parts.

usedadjectiveUS /juːzd/

employed in accomplishing something

From this reading How to Construct a Simple Galvanometer A galvanometer is an instrument used to detect the presence of an electrical current in a circuit or to measure the value of the current in amperes.

valuenounUS /ˈvæljuː/

a numerical quantity measured or assigned or computed

From this reading How to Construct a Simple Galvanometer A galvanometer is an instrument used to detect the presence of an electrical current in a circuit or to measure the value of the current in amperes.

veryadjectiveUS /ˈveri/

precisely as stated

From this reading A very simple galvanometer, that will give quite satisfactory results, under favorable conditions, may be constructed as follows: Turn from a piece of hard wood a ring having dimensions corresponding to those given in the cross section, Fig. 1.

willmodal verbUS /wɪl/

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading A very simple galvanometer, that will give quite satisfactory results, under favorable conditions, may be constructed as follows: Turn from a piece of hard wood a ring having dimensions corresponding to those given in the cross section, Fig. 1.

windingadjectiveUS /ˈwaɪndɪŋ/

marked by repeated turns and bends

From this reading The winding may be started by drilling a small hole through the side of the groove, as close to the bottom as possible, and allowing about 6 in. of the wire to protrude through it.

wirenounUS /ˈwaɪər/

ligament made of metal and used to fasten things or make cages or fences etc

From this reading Fill the groove in this ring to within 1/8 in. of the top with No. 18 gauge double-cotton-covered copper wire, insulating the different layers from each other by means of a layer of good bond paper.

withprepositionUS /wɪð/

in the company of; together with

From this reading Fill the groove in this ring to within 1/8 in. of the top with No. 18 gauge double-cotton-covered copper wire, insulating the different layers from each other by means of a layer of good bond paper.

withinprepositionUS /wɪˈðɪn/

inside; before a period of time has passed

From this reading Fill the groove in this ring to within 1/8 in. of the top with No. 18 gauge double-cotton-covered copper wire, insulating the different layers from each other by means of a layer of good bond paper.

woodnounUS /wʊd/

the hard fibrous lignified substance under the bark of trees

From this reading A very simple galvanometer, that will give quite satisfactory results, under favorable conditions, may be constructed as follows: Turn from a piece of hard wood a ring having dimensions corresponding to those given in the cross section, Fig. 1.

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