World’s most sensitive scales weigh a zeptogram.
But now they’re trying to get really sensitive by developing a scale that can weigh a single hydrogen atom- a weight called a yoctogram (10-24)g.
I really like saying that word: yoctogram. yoctogram yoctogram yoctogram.
Yeah, but if they were REALLY sensitive they’d reassure you that the three extra yoctograms you’ve gained since last week are just water weight.
P.S. As of Monday, Lileks will be on vacation for two weeks. I’ll be counting on you extra, buddy!
Comment by Tim — April 1, 2005 @ 8:38 am
So how many yoctograms have I lost?
Comment by Patrick — April 6, 2005 @ 3:05 pm