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Calibrating Thermometers Analysis

Answer the following questions on paper:

  1. In what ways does the availability of water help in creating a temperature scale?

  2. Imagine you find an old thermometer and you are not sure if it is accurate. Describe how you would go about checking its accuracy.

  3. Was your thermometer as accurate as the temperature probe? What might explain the difference?

  4. Think about when you would want to use each type of thermometer. Give a few examples and explain your reasons.

  5. How did your temperature readings compare to that of the other groups?

  6. What variables might account for differences in temperature readings between groups?

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