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Data record gloss.calibration.definition

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Calibration is the comparison, under stated conditions, of the readings of an instrument against a reference standard of known value and uncertainty, producing a documented relationship between the two. Adjustment of the instrument to bring its readings within tolerance is a separate step that may follow the comparison.

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