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How Are Materials Classified?

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______ metal is used in thermometer.

A

Silver

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Copper

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C

Aluminium

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D

Mercury

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Solution

The correct option is D Mercury
Mercury metal is a good conductor of heat. It is liquid at room temperature. It has predictable range of expansion upon heating or cooling. So, it is used in thermometer to measure temperature.

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