Working principle of mercury in glass thermometer is based on the ______________ of mercury with increase in temperature?

Correct answer: C. Volumetric expansion

  • A. Increase of pressure
  • B. Increase of thermal conductivity
  • C. Volumetric expansion
  • D. Differential linear expansion

Explanation

Mercury expands appreciably and nearly uniformly in volume when heated, causing it to rise in the narrow thermometer capillary. This volumetric expansion is converted into a temperature reading.

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