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When compared with water, mercury is preferred as a thermometric liquid because

When compared with water, mercury is preferred as a thermometric liquid because
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  • A Has a higher density
  • B Has lower specific heat capacity
  • C Exhibits anomalous thermal expansion
  • D Contains molecules which have very strong adhesive forces
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Specific Heat Capacity of mercury and water are 0.14 Jg\(^{-1}\)C\(^{-1}\) and 4.186Jg\(^{-1}\)C\(^{-1}\) respectively.

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