how to find out the mass of your shoe
a triple beam balance
To find out the mass of your shoe, you will need to use a scale or balance. Here's how you can do it:
1. Prepare the scale: Make sure the scale is clean and set to zero. It's important to start with an accurate reading.
2. Remove any debris: Check your shoe for any dirt, rocks, or other materials that may be stuck to it. Remove them to ensure an accurate measurement.
3. Weigh yourself: Step on the scale without your shoes on and note down your weight. This step is necessary to subtract your body weight from the total weight when you weigh yourself with the shoes.
4. Place your shoe on the scale: Gently place one shoe at a time on the scale, making sure it is centered and not overlapping the sides. Keep your foot off the scale while doing this.
5. Read the measurement: Once the shoe is on the scale, wait for a few seconds until the reading stabilizes, and then note down the mass displayed on the scale. This will give you the weight of the shoe.
6. Calculate the mass: To determine the mass of your shoe, subtract your own weight (step 3) from the measurement you obtained in step 5. This will remove any contribution from your body weight.
Remember, mass is typically measured in units such as grams or kilograms. If the scale displays the weight in a different unit, you can convert it using a conversion chart or online conversion tool.
By following these steps, you can find out the mass of your shoe accurately.