When massing a sample there are two techniques that can be used. The first is the Direct Technique which allows you to get both the mass of a sample and its container. The second is the Technique which allows you to only see the mass of the sample.

Tare

Explanation:

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In tare technique of weighing, the container is first placed on the weighing balance and its weight is zeroed by pressing the tare button on the weighing balance. Thereafter, the sample whose weight is to be determined is carefully placed in the container while still on the weighing balance. This will allow one to only see the mass of the sample.

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