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why is the stem of the thermometer made up of thick glass?

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Answer The stem of the thermometre made up of thick glass because of following reasons given as 1 To contain the mercury and to withstand high temperatures being measured.2 For holding mercury which is poisonous as well as to give a magnifying effect while reading.

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