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Which among the following thermometers have a kink to prevent mercury level falling on its own?

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Thermistor Thermometer
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Clinical Thermometer
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Digital Thermometer
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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.

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