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WAEC Physics 2012 Objective — Question 16

Question 16 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Physics 2012 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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Which of the following properties is not considered in choosing mercury as a thermometric liquid?

  • A. A. Density
  • B. B. Expansivity
  • C. C. Conductivity
  • D. D. OpacityCorrect

Explanation

Opacity is not considered, since mercury needs to be seen through the thermometer tube in some designs; density, expansivity and conductivity are relevant properties.

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