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

Two thermometers are used to record the temperature of a room. If the bulb of one is wrapped in wet hanky

A
The temperature recorded by both will be same
B
The temperature recorded by wet-bulb thermometer will be greater than that recorded by the other
C
The temperature recorded by dry-bulb thermometer will be greater than that recorded by the other
D
None of the above

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The correct answer is:
C

Due to evaporation cooling is caused which lowers the temperature of bulb wrapped in wet

hanky.

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