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Why is it inappropriate to stir a liquid with a thermometer?
Because that will mess with the temperature reading on the thermometer. And it would be dangerous if the thermometer is broken as there are dangerous chemicals (i.e.mercury) inside.
What Kind of thermometer should you use for measuring liquids?
A digital probe thermometer with a long metal stem is ideal for measuring the temperature of liquids. This type of thermometer provides accurate readings and is easy to use for liquids such as soups, sauces, and beverages. It is important to ensure that the thermometer is immersed in the liquid but not touching the bottom of the container to get an accurate reading.
What is the name of the liquid in a thermometer?
The red liquid in a liquid-in-glass thermometer is mineral spirits or ethanol alcohol mixed with red dye. A grey or silver liquid inside the thermometer is mercury. Mercury thermometers are not used anymore due to the dangers associated with mercury.
What happen to the liquid in a thermometer when it gets warm?
When a thermometer is exposed to warmth, the liquid inside it expands and rises up the tube. This is because heat causes the molecules in the liquid to move faster, taking up more space and causing the volume to increase. The expansion of the liquid is used to measure the temperature.
Why does the doctor dip the thermometer in a liquid before use?
The doctor dips the thermometer in a liquid, usually alcohol, to sanitize it before use to prevent the risk of spreading infections or illnesses between patients. This helps maintain proper hygiene and prevents contamination during temperature measurements.
What is liquid-in-glass thermometer?
A liquid-in-glass thermometer is a type of thermometer that consists of a glass tube filled with a liquid, typically mercury or alcohol, which expands or contracts with changes in temperature. The level of the liquid in the tube corresponds to the temperature, allowing for temperature measurement.
What liquid is found in a clinical thermometer?
The liquid in a clinical thermometer is often mercury. But there are thermometers that use a coloured alcohol.
What liquid metal is use in the thermometer?
Mercury
What liquid metal was commonly used in thermometer?
We still use colored alcohol for our liquid in everyday thermometers.
Can i use liquid crystal thermometer to measure level of gas in a cylinder?
A thermometer is not adequate in this situation.
Why is it inappropriate to stir a liquid with a thermometer?
Because that will mess with the temperature reading on the thermometer. And it would be dangerous if the thermometer is broken as there are dangerous chemicals (i.e.mercury) inside.
What do scientists use to measure when liquid turns to a solid?
a thermometer
What tool would you use to determine the temperature of a liquid?
Thermometer
Is a clinical thermometer a type of analog thermometer?
Yes, a clinical thermometer is a type of analog thermometer. Analog thermometers use a liquid-filled bulb to measure temperature and display the reading on a scale marked with numbers. Clinical thermometers are typically designed for measuring human body temperature and often come with a narrow range of temperatures suitable for this purpose.
What is the liquid in thermometer's called?
Mercury the liquid inside thermometer is mercury.. but it is called thermometric liquid.
Why is rubbing alcohol a good liquid to use in a simple thermometer?
Rubbing alcohol is a good liquid to use in a simple thermometer because it expands when heat ia added to it. When cold temperatures are added to it, it regroupes.
How is a lab thermometer different from a liquid thermometer?
A lab thermometer typically has a narrower temperature range and higher precision compared to a liquid thermometer. It may also be designed specifically for use in laboratory settings with features like resistance to chemicals or breakage resistance. Liquid thermometers use a column of liquid, such as mercury or alcohol, to measure temperature, while lab thermometers may use different mechanisms like resistance temperature detectors or thermocouples.
