Most metals are good conductors of heat and they are solids at room temperature. Mercury is the only one in liquid state at room temperature, and has high coefficient of expansion. Hence, the slightest change in temperature is notable when it's used in a thermometer. This is the reason behind mercury and alcohol being used in thermometer. Some of the principles of the thermometer were known to Greek philosophers of two thousand years ago.
Veterinary/Medical costs: $160 â 670. The cost of spaying or neutering a dog is $50-200 depending on the size of the dog and whether there are health conditions that can complicate the surgery. A routine veterinary exam runs from $45-150. The cost of puppy vaccinations and boosters is $20-150.
You can expect to be spending $40 to $400 per month in the first year and $25 to $200 per month thereafter. If you buy the fancy food and toys, it will quickly run up your tab. But the bare minimum will neglect things like vet visits and important medication. The size of the dog doesn't make a huge difference in cost. small dog costs mainly $300-$400 just buying them if they are purebred. If you have one already and it is due for it's shots that month the shots would cost around $200. This is not including heartworm pills, flea and tick medicine (collar, liquid), and rabbies shots.