A clinical thermometer may crack in hot water due to rapid expansion of the glass material when exposed to extreme temperatures. The sudden change in temperature causes stress on the glass, leading to cracks or breakage. Additionally, if the thermometer is not designed to withstand high temperatures, it may not be able to handle the heat and crack.
Because clinical thermometer have a very small range. (20 to 45 degrees Celsius at most) and if placed in boiling water, the water being 100 degrees will cause damage to the thermometer.
A mercury-in-glass thermometer contains toxic mercury that can harm the environment and human health if not disposed of properly. Mercury can contaminate water sources and soil, so it should be treated as hazardous waste and taken to a designated collection facility for safe disposal. Accidental breakage can release mercury vapors, which are poisonous when inhaled, making careful handling important to prevent exposure.
The mercury level in a thermometer placed in a hot tub of water will rise as the temperature of the water increases. This is because the volume of liquid mercury expands with higher temperatures, causing it to climb up the measuring scale in the thermometer.
The most accurate way to measure the temperature of a hot air oven is by using a hanging thermometer placed inside the oven. This method ensures that the thermometer is directly exposed to the hot air circulating inside the oven. Placing water inside the oven and dipping a thermometer in it may not provide an accurate representation of the air temperature, as water heats up at a different rate than air.
The small cross section of a clinical thermometer is there to reduce the amount needed of the toxic mercury to as little as possible. Mercury is less used nowadays, as breakages were likely due to the violent shaking needed to 'reset' the thermometer.
No, the temperature of hot tea is substantially higher than the maximum that a clinical thermometer is designed for.
No, a clinical thermometer is not suitable for measuring the temperature of hot tea as it is designed for measuring human body temperature. The high temperature of the hot tea could damage the clinical thermometer or give inaccurate readings. It is better to use a food thermometer designed for measuring the temperature of liquids.
no. as the clinical thermometr will burst
Using a clinical thermometer to measure a hot drink can result in inaccurate readings as most clinical thermometers are not designed to measure temperatures of hot drinks. This can damage the thermometer and give false temperature values. It is recommended to use a thermometer specifically designed for measuring high temperatures in such cases.
The bulb of a clinical thermometer breaks when placed in very hot water because the sudden increase in temperature causes the air inside the bulb to expand rapidly. This rapid expansion of air creates pressure within the bulb, leading to its breakage.
A clinical thermometer is designed to measure body temperature accurately, not high-temperature environments like boiling water. Putting a clinical thermometer into boiling water can damage the thermometer, resulting in inaccurate readings and potentially posing a safety risk. It's best to use thermometers specifically designed for measuring high temperatures in such situations.
The thermometer will measure the temperature of the hot water in the plastic cup. The temperature will vary depending on how hot the water is when you measure it with the thermometer.
A thermometer is commonly used to measure the temperature of hot water. Simply immerse the thermometer in the water to get an accurate temperature reading.
When a thermometer is quickly dipped in hot water, it won't do anything. If you leave the thermometer in the hot water, the temperature shown will read higher. The temperature shown will not exceed the temperature of the water.
Because clinical thermometer have a very small range. (20 to 45 degrees Celsius at most) and if placed in boiling water, the water being 100 degrees will cause damage to the thermometer.
A clinical thermometer should not be washed in hot water because the high temperature can damage the delicate components of the thermometer and affect its accuracy. It is recommended to clean it with lukewarm soapy water and then disinfect with alcohol wipes to maintain its functionality.
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