Simple Barometer

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Simple Barometer: Overview

This topic talks about barometer. It works by balancing mercury against the outside air pressure. It is used to measure atmospheric pressure. It was invented by an Italian scientist.

Important Questions on Simple Barometer

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Living Science Physics 8>Force and Pressure>Simple Barometer> Q 1

At sea level, the height of the mercury column in a barometer is _____.

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Living Science Physics 8>Force and Pressure>Simple Barometer> Q 2

Describe the function of a simple mercury barometer. State its disadvantages.

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Living Science Physics 8>Force and Pressure>Simple Barometer> Q 3

Why is water not used as a barometric liquid?