I. Multiple Choice Questions
3. Which one of the following is not used in thermometer
a. Silver solution l
b. Alcohol
d. Turpentine
c. Water
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Turpentine is not used in thermometer.
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Answer:
Water
Explanation:
Water cannot be used in thermometer because of its higher freezing point and lower boiling point than other liquids . If water is used in a thermometer , it will start phase change at 0°C and 100°C and will not measure temperature , out of this range . This range is very small as compared to other liquids as mercury , having freezing point about −39°C and boiling point 356°C .
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