Description

Thermometer Mercury (INDIA) 0-250

• Description: This thermometer contain mercury, a silvery liquid metal, that expands and contracts with temperature changes. The expansion or contraction moves along a marked scale, indicating the temperature.
• Size: 12 inches long and 7-8 mm thick
• It is a mercury filled thermometer for better life, accuracy and reliable reading of temperatures from 0 degrees to 250 degrees below the freezing point and above boiling point of water or liquids
• It is a 30 cm long with plastic case for better safety and handling of thermometer.
• Temperature Range: The 0-250 degrees Celsius range you mentioned is a common range for mercury thermometers and can be used for various applications.

Safety Concerns:

• Mercury Toxicity: Mercury is a hazardous material. If a mercury thermometer breaks, it can release toxic vapors that can be harmful if inhaled.
• Environmental Impact: Improper disposal of mercury thermometers can contaminate the environment.

Regulations in India:

• Biomedical Waste Management Rules: The Government of India has implemented the Biomedical Waste Management Rules, which regulate the disposal of mercury thermometers. These rules require healthcare facilities and other institutions to dispose of mercury thermometers following specific protocols to minimize environmental impact.
• Phasing Out: There’s a global push to phase out mercury-containing products due to safety and environmental concerns. India is a signatory to the Minamata Convention, an international treaty that aims to eliminate the use of mercury. While an exact timeline for phasing out mercury thermometers in India may not be readily available, it’s likely they will be discouraged and replaced by safer alternatives in the future.

Safer Alternatives:

• Alcohol Thermometers: These thermometers use colored alcohol that expands and contracts with temperature changes. They are generally less hazardous than mercury thermometers if broken but may not have the same level of accuracy.