Physics 5054 · O Level · Melting, boiling and evaporation

Melting, boiling and evaporation — practice question

A student has a thermometer with no temperature markings, as shown in Fig. 4.1.
(a)[2]

He measures the length of the liquid column when the temperature is $0\,^{\circ}\text{C}$. State the apparatus he needs to do this and explain how he uses his apparatus. You may use a diagram if you wish.

(b)[2]

He measures the length of the liquid column when the temperature is $100\,^{\circ}\text{C}$. State the apparatus he needs to do this and explain how he uses his apparatus. You may use a diagram if you wish.

(c)[2]

Suggest how he then uses his thermometer to determine room temperature.

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