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What is the most dangerous thermometer if it breaks?
A mercury thermometer is the most dangerous if it breaks because mercury is a toxic substance that can harm human health and the environment. If a mercury thermometer breaks, it is important to follow proper cleanup procedures to avoid exposure to the mercury.
Would you rather use alcohol or Mercury in a thermometer?
Alcohol is a safer choice for a thermometer liquid as it is not as toxic as mercury, making it safer for both human health and the environment. Mercury can be harmful if it leaks or is accidentally ingested, whereas alcohol is less harmful if exposed.
Is there river in Mercury?
mercury in the flesh of the fish it contains a high amount of mercury was a heavy metal that can be toxic to human
Why care must be taken when disposing of a mercury-in-glass thermometer?
Well i'm not that old but i know a few:1)The thermometer will be of two types; a) Clinical Thermometer b) Laboratory Thermometer;a) The Clinical Thermometer: used to measure the temperature of the human body, at home, clinics and hospitals.b) The Laboratory Thermometer: used to measure the temperature in school and other laboratories for scientific research.Precautions:Wash the thermometer before and after use with an antiseptic solution, and handle it with care.See that the mercury levels are below the kink and don't hold the thermometer near its bulb.While noting down the reading in the thermometer, place the mercury level along the eye sight.Do not place the Clinical thermometer in a hot flame or in the hot sun.Note:The Clinical Thermometer should go above 108*F (42*C) and below 94*F (35*C) otherwise it might blow off the top and leak. Therefore, a Clinical Thermometer is used to measure the body temperature.
Why has the liquid inside a thermometer changed?
Because it used to use mercury which posed a threat to human health. They now use alcohol which is much safer.
What are the Uses of Mercury glass thermometer?
Mercury glass thermometers are commonly used to measure human body temperature, as well as for various laboratory and industrial applications where precise temperature measurements are required. They are also used in meteorology to measure air and water temperatures.
What changes has the thermometer went through?
Before thermometers use to have mercury in them and they are not harmful unless they are used properly. Mercury is harmful when it is not disposed of properly and if it spills. It is not used very much because it poses a threat to human health and the environment. Now most thermometers have alcohol in them, they work just as well as mercury thermometers but are more safe to use in case the thermometer breaks.
Why does the mercury fall or rise in a clinical thermometer when it is taken out of the mouth?
A clinical thermometer measures the max temp of the human body due to the expansion of the mercury in the bulb, which flows past a kink in the column and rises in the graduated stem, to read the highest body-temp. Once it is removed from the body, the mercury stays at that level, and does not fall because it cannot flow back into the bulb -- the kink prevents the back flow. It has to be shaken vigorously, as you know, for us to get the mercury back; then it is ready to take the temp again.. Also, the temp cannot rise further on its own from the max reading because the mercury does not expand the moment the thermometer is taken out of the body. Incidentally, temp can be measured under the armpits and in the rectum also.
Does mercury from thermometer kill a person?
Well, someone would need to ingest a large amount or inhale an ever larger amount of Hg to face serious and immediate risk of death. The mercury that is inside a thermometer is the pure metal, which is not the most toxic form of Hg. Someone could probably get killed by contact with organic forms of mercury, such as methylmercury or phenylmercury, which are much more toxic.
Can you use a human thermometer on a dog?
No, it is not recommended to use a human thermometer on a dog. It is best to use a thermometer specifically designed for dogs to ensure accurate temperature readings and avoid potential harm to the dog.
How is a human temperature measured?
Using a thermometer.
Is it safe to use a human thermometer to take my dog's temperature?
No, it is not safe to use a human thermometer to take your dog's temperature. It is recommended to use a thermometer specifically designed for pets to ensure accurate and safe readings.
