Physics Lab
Ali Dakik
Scaling a thermometer
Date of Lab: 2nd September 2005
Aim:
- Making a thermometer scale by locating its fixed points.
- Investigating the properties of a thermometer
Variables:
Dependent: length of mercury liquid L/cm
Independent: Temperature T/°C
Controlled Variables: mercury glass tube, pressure
Materials Required:
A Bunsen burner
2 500ml beakers