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No. A digital thermometer works on a bi-metal usually
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Are digital and clinical thermometers same?
no,digital thermometers don't have mercury whereas clinical thermometers have mercury.
What is the difference between digital and mercury thermometer?
Digital thermometers measure electrical resistance and Mercury thermometers measure thermal expansion.
Why are digital thermometers used these days?
Digital thermometers have replaced mercury thermometers because mercury is toxic. [Personal commentary: digital thermometers are not accurate and mercury thermometers are so how many people are being harmed by not knowing their temperature versus how many would be harmed by the mercury if accurate thermometers were still used?]
How are mercury thermometers used today?
Mercury thermometers are still used in some industrial applications and laboratories due to their accuracy and ability to measure high temperatures. However, their use is declining due to the potential health and environmental risks associated with mercury exposure. In many situations, digital thermometers or other types of non-mercury thermometers are used instead.
Is there mercury in pool thermometers?
Not all pool thermometers have mercury in them. Some types do, but those that use digital or laser technology most likely do not.
What chemical element is used in thermometers?
the element used in termometers is Mercury.
Does an instant thermometer used for cooking contain mercury?
No, most instanst thermometers used for cooking are digital and therefore don't contain mercury. There may be some older style thermometers that do contain mercury.
Why is mercury not suitable for thermometers in Canada?
Concerns about the element's toxicity have led to mercury thermometers being largely phased out in clinical environments in favor of alcohol-filled or digital ones.
What are modern thermometers made of?
Modern thermometers are typically made of materials such as glass, plastic, or metal. The most common type of modern thermometer is the digital thermometer, which includes a temperature sensor and a digital display screen. Other types of modern thermometers may contain mercury or alcohol as the temperature-sensitive material.
What do thermometers contain?
=The older thermometer's that I have used contain mercury the new ones are digital.==See the link for detailed answer.=
Why is mercury not used in thermometers any more?
Mercury is toxic and poses serious health and environmental risks if spilled. As a result, many countries have phased out the use of mercury in consumer products, including thermometers. Safer alternatives, such as digital thermometers, are now widely used instead of mercury-based ones.
What is the state of mercury in a thermometers?
Mercury in thermometers is in a liquid state, since mercury is liquid at room temperature.
