One equipment melts a chemical at 121–122°C whereas another melts it at 129–130°C. Sadly, neither device is calibrated. How can you identify your sample without calibrating either instrument?

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One equipment melts a chemical at 121–122°C whereas another melts it at 129–130°C. Sadly, neither device is calibrated. How can you identify your sample without calibrating either instrument?

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