842Chemical EngineeringMedium
Which of the following thermocouples is the most suitable for measuring a temperature of about 1600°C in an oxidizing atmosphere?
APlatinum-platinum + rhodium
BIron-constantan
CChromel-alumel
DCopper-constantan
Correct answer
A. Platinum-platinum + rhodium
Explanation
The correct answer is Platinum-platinum + rhodium.