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Hydrometer

An instrument for determining the specific gravities of liquids, and thence the strength spirituous liquors, saline solutions, etc.

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Salinometer 76% connected

A salimeter.

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Gravimeter 92% connected

An instrument for ascertaining the specific gravity of bodies.

oewn 2023 68% interchangeable

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