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  1. 03-01-2014, 03:22 AM #1
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    What would happen to the accuracy of a float gauge if the fluid it is measuring is

    What would happen to the accuracy of a float gauge if the fluid it is measuring is heated and why?
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    Quote Originally Posted by maxmac97 View Post
    What would happen to the accuracy of a float gauge if the fluid it is measuring is heated and why?
    If this is homework - the forum rules don't allow this type of question and you should seek out your approved source.

    If this is a legitimate question an non-temperature compensated float gauge would read a higher level due to the fluid expansion.
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