Prior to the Discovery of Atmospheric Pressure, the Operation of Siphons

question 43

Multiple Choice

Prior to the discovery of atmospheric pressure, the operation of siphons was explained by the principle that:

• A) Water is naturally drawn into a region of least pressure.
• B) The water in siphons is supported by demons.
• C) Nature abhors a vacuum.
• D) Water rises in an open tube by capillary action.
• E) Higher pressure results in a greater volume of flow.

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