ThermometersThermometers are instruments that are used to measure temperature. They typically consist of a temperature-sensitive element, such as a thermocouple or a thermistor, which responds to changes in temperature, and a means of indicating or displaying the measured temperature, such as a dial, a digital readout, or a pointer. Thermometers are commonly used in a wide range of applications, including cooking, science and engineering, medicine, and environmental monitoring. They are available in a variety of different styles and form factors, and can be designed to measure temperature over a wide range of ranges and with varying levels of accuracy and precision.