Thermometer stem correction with pressure

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To correct the temperature reading of 155.2°C at a pressure of 742.1 mmHg, one must understand the relationship between temperature and pressure in thermodynamic systems. The ideal gas law or specific correction formulas for thermometers may apply, depending on the thermometer type. The missing chapters in the lab manual hinder the ability to find the necessary correction method. Additional details about the thermometer type and lab procedure could provide clarity for accurate correction. Seeking further information from peers or instructors may also be beneficial.
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Hi everyone,

So I'm a bit stuck in my physics lab report. I have to make a correction to the temperature read in the laboratory (ex:155.2C) because our room pressure was 742.1mmHg and not 760mmHg I'm guessing. I've tried researching this for a while now but I can't seem to find an easy answer or remember what to do. They didn't explain it in the lab and told us to refer to the book, ends up there was a mistake in the printing and we're missing a bunch of chapters including the one explaining this concept.

Any help would be greatly appreciated!
Cheers!
 
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More information would not hurt. Maybe a description of the thermometer or picture. Maybe a scan of the lab procedure.
 

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