Question

Why is mercury used in thermometers even though it is a poor conductor of heat?

Answer 1

Explanation:

Mercury is used in thermometer because it has high coefficient of expansion . Hence the slightest change in temperature is noteable when it is used in thermometer.

Answer 2

➤ Answer :-

• Mercury is the only one in liquid state at room temperature.
• It's used in thermometers because it has high coefficient of expansion.
• Hence, the slightest change in temperature is notable when it's used in a thermometer.
• It also has a high boiling point which makes it very suitable to measure higher temperatures.