Mercury is used in thermometers because it MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Mercury is used in thermometers because it
A. Has uniform expansion and is opaque
B. Is transparent
C. Wets glass
D. Has low boiling point
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Mercury has uniform thermal expansion, visible, high boiling point (357°C). Does not wet glass.

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According to the Equation of Continuity in fluid dynamics, when water flows through a pipe of varying cross-section, the velocity of the fluid is:
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Correct Answer: Option D


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