What is barcode and how does it work?
Image Source : India TVBarcode is a printed pattern of parallel lines with various widths and numbers on a product that can be read by machines.
Image Source : PixabayEvery product in the world has a distinct barcode.
Image Source : GoogleTo quickly identify products, barcodes are printed on them.
Image Source : PexelsA barcode carries details about a product, like its cost and weight, manufacture and expiration dates, manufacturer's name, etc.
Image Source : GoogleBy focusing on the unique bar of shaded lines, a scanning device uses a laser to "read" the barcode.
Image Source : GoogleBarcode scanner reads the lines from left to right.
Image Source : PexelsThe barcode scanner extract information from a pattern of black and white bars and convert it to binary code (0 or 1).
Image Source : Wikimedia CommonsVarious nations across the world have been given a barcode.
Image Source : PexelThe barcode on Indian products start with '890'.
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