Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Thermal properties and temperature

Thermal properties and temperature — practice question

(a(i))[3]

In the space below, draw a labelled diagram of the structure of a thermocouple thermometer. Include the device from which a reading is taken.

(a(ii))[2]

State two reasons why the thermocouple thermometer is suitable for this application.

(b(i))[2]

State and explain any effect on the sensitivity of a liquid-in-glass thermometer of reducing the diameter of the capillary tube.

(b(ii))[2]

State and explain any effect on the sensitivity of a liquid-in-glass thermometer of increasing the volume of the liquid-filled bulb.

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