Vycor, a widely used material for making 'thermal wells' in temperature measurement, is a_______________?
Correct answer: B. Glass
- A. Cermet
- B. Glass
- C. Thermosetting plastic
- D. Metallic alloy
Explanation
Vycor is a porous high-silica glass that withstands thermal shock and high temperatures, which suits it for protective thermal wells. It is therefore a glass, not a metal, cermet or plastic.
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