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One special advantage of alcohol over mercury as a thermometric liquid is its

One special advantage of alcohol over mercury as a thermometric liquid is its
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  • A Low density
  • B Low freezing point
  • C High specific
  • D Low boiling point
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
The low freezing point of alcohol, -115°c enable low temperatures to be measured. mercury freezes at 39°c, and cannot be used in countries like Russia where winter temperatures of -40°c are common

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