measurements temperature
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Measurement and Unit
Temperature
Temperature
Objectives: Define temperature. State the SI unit of temperature.
Temperature
Temperature is the measure of the degree of hotness of an object.
SI unit: K (Kelvin) Other units: C (Degree Celsius),
F (Fahrenheit)
Temperature
Common Instruments
Thermocouple
Infrared thermometerLiquid in glass thermometers
Digital Clinical
Temperature
How to read a thermometer
Read at the menicus level
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23.0C
Temperature
Some Important Points
DO NOT place the thermometer at the bottom of the container.
STIRRING spreads the heat but may either heats up or cool down the liquid.
Conclusion
Temperature is the measure of hotness of an object.
The SI unit is Kelvin. There are different thermometers for
different purposes. Temperature taking requires skill.