Why is water not used in liquid-in-glass thermometers?

Water is not used because it has a high freezing point (0°C), a low boiling point (100°C), and adheres to glass, making readings inaccurate. Related Questions: Two liquids A and B have densities of 1 g/mL and 1.2 g/mL, respectively. When both liquids are poured into a container, one liquid floats on top of the … Read more