Maximum and minimum thermometer is used for measuring?

A. atmospheric pressure
B. highest and lowest amount of rainfall in habitat
C. highest and lowest temperature of the day
D. light intensity
E. relative humidity

Correct Answer:

Option C – highest and lowest temperature of the day

Explanation

Maximum and Minimum thermometer is used to measure the temperature reached over a period of time, for example 24 hours. It is used to record the extremes of temperature at a location, for instance in meteorology and horticulture.