Ebulliometer

/ɛbʌliˈɒmɪtər/ noun

Definition

An instrument that measures the boiling point of liquids, used in chemistry and physics.

Etymology

From Latin 'ebullire' (to boil over) + Greek 'metron' (measure). This scientific instrument name combines Latin and Greek roots, following the pattern of scientific nomenclature.

Kelly Says

Scientists use ebulliometers to measure how heat affects liquids—the device name literally means 'boiling-measurer,' combining two languages because science is international.

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