thermometers

An introduction to the metric measure of temperature using the Celsius or centigrade thermometer.

Simple text and photographs describe and illustrate how to use a thermometer.

Introduces the function, parts, and uses of thermometers, and provides instructions for two activities that demonstrate how a thermometer works.

Explains the basic workings of the thermometer invented by Anders Celsius, which uses the 0-to-100 centigrade scale. Also discusses other thermometers.

Explains the uses of a meteorologist's tools, including the value of barometers, weather radar, thermometers, and computer models.

This comprehensive volume examines heat and the related concepts of temperature, thermal energy, and thermodynamics and introduces readers to some of the great minds that furthered our understanding of this fundamental area of physics.

Introduces the science concept of temperature through the use of simple sentences and everyday examples.