When compared with water, mercury is preferred as a thermometric liquid because
PHYSICS
WAEC 2004
When compared with water, mercury is preferred as a thermometric liquid because
- 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: B. has lower specific heat capacity
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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