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Medical spirit thermometers use a non-toxic alcohol, usually coloured red or blue to make it easier to see the level.

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What is in a thermometer besides Mercury?

Some thermometers use alcohol or dyed alcohols like ethanol instead of mercury. These liquids expand and contract with temperature changes, allowing the thermometer to measure the temperature. Digital thermometers use electronic sensors to measure temperature.


What is Mercury thermometer use to measure?

A mercury thermometer is used to measure temperature.


What is a non mercury thermometers?

A non-mercury thermometer is a thermometer that does not contain mercury as the temperature-sensing liquid. Instead, it may use alcohol, galinstan, or other materials to measure temperature. These alternatives are considered safer for environmental and health reasons compared to mercury thermometers.


What is the name of the liquid in which thermometer is dipped?

The liquid in which a thermometer is typically dipped is called mercury. Mercury is commonly used in old-style thermometers, but newer thermometers may use alcohol or other liquids instead.


What type of Thermometer is most likely to contain alcohol?

A mercury-in-glass thermometer is most likely to contain alcohol. However, due to safety concerns, many modern thermometers use alcohol-based solutions or other materials instead of mercury.


What is the use of a mercury thermometer?

to check the temperature


What liquid metal is use in the thermometer?

Mercury


Do farmers use mercury?

only in a thermometer


What else can be used in a thermometer instead of mercury?

Alcohol, usually with a red dye in it


Is there mercury in thermometers today?

Most modern thermometers no longer use mercury due to its toxicity. Instead, digital thermometers, infrared thermometers, and other types of thermometer technology that do not contain mercury are widely available and recommended for safer use.


Why use mercury for a thermometer?

Because it does not freeze or evaporate


What color is the Mercury in a Mercury thermometer?

Mercury in a Mercury thermometer is typically silver in color.