Chemistry question

InfinityMist

advantages of using light sensor instead of disappearing cross method to monitor precipitation?

Reply 1

Mitch8199

It's more accurate as it isn't subjective
It's got a higher resolution

Reply 2

blackcatto

Data can be gathered using a data logger, meaning much more data can be obtained, also more precise

Reply 3

thrifty_reviser

The disappearing cross method relies on qualitative reasoning which may be inaccurate and subjective whilst a light sensor relies on quantitative reasoning which is more accurate and reliable,

Reply 4

InfinityMist

Original post by thrifty_reviser

The disappearing cross method relies on qualitative reasoning which may be inaccurate and subjective whilst a light sensor relies on quantitative reasoning which is more accurate and reliable,