How a thermometer works?

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2007-06-12 10:42:03 · 2 answers · asked by aipingd 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Physics

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The simple liquid + bulb + capillary thermometer works because the temperature coefficient of expansion of the liquid differs from (usually is greater than) that of the (typically glass) container. This expansion is shown on a scale marked along the capillary tube.

2007-06-12 11:08:18 · answer #1 · answered by kirchwey 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋

http://www.howstuffworks.com

Hope this helps!

edit. Entered full URL, it now works when clicked on..

2007-06-12 10:51:53 · answer #2 · answered by Murat 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋