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∙ 14y agoNo. It does not have mercury. Electric thermometer acts on the principle of Peltier and Siebeck effect i.e. temperature and electromotive force have a proportionate relationship.
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∙ 13y agoI assume a pool thermometer works like any other standard thermometer and uses MERCURY. Mercury is toxic and should not even be handled, much less eaten.
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∙ 13y agoyes some glass thermometers do that is mercury in glass thermometers. some also contain alchohol but not many due to its disadvantages.
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∙ 13y agoOnly mercury thermometers.
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What are the disadvantages of using thermometers that do not contain mercury?
They are edible
Are digital and clinical thermometers same?
no,digital thermometers don't have mercury whereas clinical thermometers have mercury.
Why is mercury not used in thermometers any more?
Mercury is not used in thermometers, because mercury is poisonous.
If a thermometer breaks and the mercury goes in your pool is it dangerous?
Modern thermometers don't use mercury, they use a colored alcohol solution... and yes it would be dangerous.
Is there mercury in thermometers today?
In ordinary bulb thermometers, yes.
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 liquid used to be in thermometers?
Most thermometers used to contain Mercury until it was found to be toxic.
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.
What are the disadvantages of using thermometers that do not contain mercury?
They are edible
What chemical element is used in thermometers?
the element used in termometers is Mercury.
What liquid used to be in most thermometers?
Most thermometers used to contain mercury until it was found to be toxic.
What element is used in most thermometers?
Mercury used to be a popular element for thermometers, but I think it's illegal to make a mercury thermometer because if you break one you have a hazardous situation on your hands. Today thermometers that contain liquid, almost always contain alcohol.
What is the name of the solution that can conduct electricity?
how about water, or Mercury as used in thermometers. both conductive.
Why do many thermometers contain alcohol?
Many thermometers contain alcohol because it is less toxic than mercury. In addition to this, the contents of an alcohol thermometer can evaporate away quickly.
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.=
Compare the expansion of mercury with alcohol?
Mercury expands more evenly than alcohol. This is why thermometers that contain mercury are more accurate than those that contain alcohol. However, alcohol freezes at a temperature much lower than mercury, so it is better used in thermometers in extreme cold conditions.
Are digital and clinical thermometers same?
no,digital thermometers don't have mercury whereas clinical thermometers have mercury.
