describe the structure of a chemical thermometer how it is used give precautions to be taken while using a clinical thermometer
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Answer:
A clinical thermometer is a thermometer used to measure human body temperature.
Handle it with care
Explanation:
A clinical thermometer is a thermometer used to measure human body temperature.
Clinical thermometer is a glass tube with a bulb at one end containing a liquid (generally Mercury) which expands in a uniform manner with temperature .
The tube is narrow (capillary) and has calibration markings along it for Fahrenheit & Celsius.
Below are few precautions to be taken while using a clinical thermometer
1 Wash the thermometer before & after use
2. Do not hold it from bulb
3 Shake the Thermometer before use to bring it at normal temperature
4 While Taking reading place it in line of eye sight
5 do not keep near flame
6 Handle it with care