Mercury total immersion thermometer

Mercury total immersion thermometer

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Mercury total immersion thermometer
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Mercury total immersion thermometer, measuring in the range 0-100 degrees Fahrenheit, made by B. Black and Son Limited, London, 1950-1989

Details

Category:
Heat
Object Number:
1997-1487
Materials:
mercury, glass, plaster, cork, canvas and adhesive
Measurements:
overall (inc end of canvas strip): 425 mm x 13 mm, 0.046kg
type:
mercury thermometer
credit:
British Gas plc