Question

What are Beckmann thermometers used to measure?

Answer 1

Beckmann thermometers:

1. A Beckmann thermometer is a device that measures small temperature differences but not absolute temperature values.
2. Ernst Otto Beckmann (1853 – 1923), a German chemist, invented it in 1905 for measuring colligative properties.
3. It is known as a differential thermometer.
4. It can be used to calculate melting points, boiling points, and calorimetry.