Which among the following thermometers have a kink to prevent mercury level falling on its own?
A
Thermistor Thermometer
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B
Clinical Thermometer
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C
Digital Thermometer
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D
Laboratory Thermometer
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Solution
The correct option is B Clinical Thermometer Clinical thermometer has a kink which blocks mercury from falling down from its measured value when contact is removed with the human body. Hence once the temperature is taken, it is given a shake so that it goes down to default value.