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Mercury will not stick to most materials besides a few metals. Generally, like substances stick together, which is why mercury would not stick to the tube.

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Why the mercury can not rise in a lab thermometer if there is air in the glass tube?

Mercury does not rise in a lab thermometer if there is air in the glass tube because the presence of air creates pressure within the tube that opposes the expansion of the mercury. Without a vacuum, the air pressure prevents the mercury from moving freely up the tube in response to changes in temperature.


Does mercury stay in the tube or escape into the air?

Mercury stays contained in the tube of a mercury thermometer when in use. It does not escape into the air as long as the thermometer is intact. However, if the thermometer is broken or improperly disposed of, mercury vapor can be released into the air, which is harmful to health.


Does mercury only stick to gold?

No, mercury can also stick to other metals such as silver, copper, and zinc. Mercury forms an amalgam with these metals, meaning it can chemically bond with them to create a new compound.


Why substance stick to the test tube?

The ability of a substance to stick on inside part of a test tube depends on its surface tension, that's why substances such as water can stick to a window. And the other reason for sticking of a substance to the test tube could be that the test tube itself is dirty, thus the dirt particles hold the substance in place.


Is mercury in any devices always in a capillary tube?

No, mercury is not always contained in a capillary tube. It can be found in devices like thermometers, barometers, and some electrical switches where it is used due to its unique properties, such as being a liquid at room temperature. Mercury can also be found in other forms in devices, such as sealed containers or as a component in some medical instruments.

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Why does mercury not flow down when the mercury thermometer is held upside down?

Mercury is a dense liquid at room temperature, so gravity is not strong enough to overcome the surface tension and adhesion forces holding it in place inside the thermometer tube. This allows the mercury to "stick" to the walls of the tube and not flow down when the thermometer is turned upside down.


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What is an instrument that measures changes in air pressure using liquid mercury?

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What is the construction of mercury thermometer?

A typical mercury thermometer consists of a glass tube with a bulb at one end filled with mercury. As the temperature changes, the mercury expands or contracts, causing it to rise or fall in the tube. The temperature is then read based on the level of the mercury within the graduated scale on the tube.