As compared to other liquids, mercury gives a more accurate reading because

mercury sticks to the glass

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mercury does not stick to the glass

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mercury is very heavy

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none of these

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The correct option is A mercury does not stick to the glass
Mercury does not stick to the glass and hence gives a more accurate reading.

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