Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tensiometer
Noun
/tɛnˈsɪəˌmɪtər/
Definition
An instrument used to measure the tension or pressure of a liquid or gas.
Examples
- The researcher used a tensiometer to check the soil moisture levels before planting.
- In his lab, he calibrated the tensiometer to ensure accurate readings of the liquid’s surface tension.
- Farmers can benefit from tensiometers to optimize irrigation in their fields.
Meaning
A tensiometer is often employed in scientific studies to evaluate surface tension or the moisture tension of soil.
Synonyms
- Surface tension meter
- Moisture sensor
- Pressure gauge
