Ask the Experts: Mercury vs. Digital Thermometers

January 5, 2022

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Q. I’ve been using an old mercury thermometer for years. Would a digital thermometer be more reliable? Digital thermometers are generally reliable. The issue is not just reliability but the fact that mercury thermometers can break and spill their contents. Mercury is a toxic substance you should never touch or inhale, as it can cause […]
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