The Average Height of a Column of Mercury (Hg)in a Barometer

question 102

Multiple Choice

The average height of a column of mercury (Hg) in a barometer at sea level is

• A) 760 mm (76 cm).
• B) 1013 inches.
• C) dependent on the temperature.
• D) 29.00 millibars.
• E) 32.01 inches.

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