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Physics Thermometry, Thermal Expansion and Calorimetry Thermometry MCQ (Single Correct)

The temperature of the sun is measured with

A
Platinum thermometer
B
Gas thermometer
C
Pyrometer
D
Vapours pressure thermometer

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The correct answer is:
C

Pyrometer can measure temperature from 800°C to 6000°C. Hence temperature of sun is

measured with pyrometer.

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