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Give the similarities and differences between the clinical thermometer and laboratory thermometer.

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### Step-by-Step Text Solution **Step 1: Define Clinical Thermometer and Laboratory Thermometer** - A clinical thermometer is specifically designed to measure human body temperature, with a typical range of 35°C to 42°C (or 95°F to 108°F). - A laboratory thermometer is used to measure the temperature of various substances in a laboratory setting, with a broader range, often from -10°C to 110°C (or lower and higher depending on the specific type). **Step 2: Identify Similarities** - Both clinical and laboratory thermometers are used to measure temperature. ...
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