How is a meniscus used to accurately measure volume?

A meniscus is the curved surface of a liquid in a container, caused by surface tension. To accurately measure volume, it is essential to read the measurement at the bottom of the meniscus, where the liquid level is lowest. This ensures that the reading is not affected by the curvature of the liquid surface, providing a precise volume measurement. Using this method is particularly important in laboratory settings for accurate experiments and calculations.