One of the Implications of the Atmospheric Pressure Hypothesis Is

question 31

Multiple Choice

One of the implications of the atmospheric pressure hypothesis is that:

• A) A properly constructed vacuum pump would operate to a height of about 45 feet.
• B) The atmosphere would support a column of mercury to a height of about 29 inches.
• C) Storms are always accompanied by an increase in atmospheric pressure.
• D) Barometers do not work as well on mountain tops as they do at sea level.
• E) Water boils at a higher temperature on mountain tops than it does at sea level.