Out of the following temperature measuring instruments, the measurement accuracy will be minimum for the ________________?

Correct answer: B. Optical pyrometer

  • A. Mercury in glass thermometer
  • B. Optical pyrometer
  • C. Iron-constantan thermocouple
  • D. Alcohol filled thermometer

Explanation

An optical pyrometer estimates temperature from thermal radiation and is generally less accurate than direct-contact thermometers over their usable ranges. Mercury, alcohol, and thermocouple instruments provide more direct temperature measurements in ordinary applications.

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