Working principle of mercury in glass thermometer is based on volumetric expansion of mercury with increase in temperature. Which of the following undergoes minimum volumetric expansion for a given temperature change ?

A. Methyl alcohol

B. Carbon-tetrachloride

C. Water

D. Mercury

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