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as it cant be used to measure very low temperatures as it has a high freezing point(-38 degree celsius).

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Is Mercury used in thermometers?

In normal and some medical thermometers Mercury is used. That is why you may want to consider using electric thermometers which are more commonly used. They use no mercury.


What liquid mental is used for thermometers?

Mercury is used in thermometers.


What was Mercury used for?

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What liquid used to be in thermometers?

Most thermometers used to contain Mercury until it was found to be toxic.


Why are digital thermometers used these days?

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Where is mercury used?

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What element is liquid metal used in the thermometers?

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What are the important uses of Mercury?

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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.


Before mercury what was used to fill thermometers?

Water was initially used and later on alcohol was used.


What chemical element is used in thermometers?

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Why is mercury not used in thermometers any more?

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