MCQ
The common physical property which is to be used as the basis for constructing thermometer is:
  • A
    The variation of the volume of a liquid with temperature.
  • B
    The variation of the pressure of a gas with temperature.
  • C
    The variation of the resistance of a wire with temperature.
  • D
    All of the above.

Answer

  1. All of the above.

Explanation:

Any physical property which varies linearly with temperature can be used in constructing thermometers.

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