The diagram above illustrates a hot metal suspended at the centre of a closed uniform box. Thermometers E, F, G and H are placed in contact with four sides of the box. Which of the thermometers would register the highest temperature?
Attached Figure / Diagram
A
G
B
F
C
H
D
E
Verified Correct Answer: D.
Physical Principles & Numerical Solution
Thermometer E would register the highest temperature since the hot metal is suspended from its side.
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