A platinum resistance thermometer has resistances of 200.0 Ωwhen placed in a 0°C ice bath and 253.8 Ω when immersedin a crucible containing melting potassium. What is the meltingpoint of potassium? Hint: First determine the resistanceof the platinum resistance thermometer at room temperature,20.0°C.

A platinum resistance thermometer has resistances of 200.0 Ωwhen placed in a 0°C ice bath and 253.8 Ω when immersedin a crucible containing melting potassium. What is the meltingpoint of potassium? Hint: First determine the resistanceof the platinum resistance thermometer at room temperature,20.0°C.

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Chapter21: Current And Direct Current Circuits

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