What Are the Two Opposing Forces in a Mercury Barometer

question 73

Multiple Choice

What are the two opposing forces in a mercury barometer?

• A) The weight of the mercury column and the force of the gas molecules
• B) The weight of the mercury column and the spring tension
• C) The spring tension and the gas pressure
• D) The gravity and the gas pressure

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Par Value

The face value of a bond or stock as stated on the certificate, which is the minimum amount the security can be sold for upon initial offering.

Stated Value

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Market Value

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