
Voltmeter
Measurement Device
Voltmeter is specifically for measuring electrical voltage, not current or resistance.
Make sure to use a voltmeter for voltage, not to check the current.
Technical Context
Voltmeters are used in technical or scientific settings, usually by professionals or students.
During the lab, students used a voltmeter to learn about electrical circuits.
Digital vs. Analog
Digital voltmeters give numerical readings, analog ones use a moving pointer over a scale.
He preferred a digital voltmeter for its easy-to-read display.
Compare with
Ammeter
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