Mercury Is Used to Measure Blood Pressure Because It Is

question 43

Multiple Choice

Mercury is used to measure blood pressure because it is __________ compared to other liquids.

• A) more dense
• B) less dense
• C) darker in color
• D) lighter in color
• E) warmer

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Definitions:

Heptan-3-ol

An organic compound, part of the alcohols class, featuring a seven-carbon chain with a hydroxyl group (-OH) attached to the third carbon atom.

Organic Product(s)

Substances derived from living organisms or synthesized to mimic natural compounds, primarily consisting of carbon atoms.

Organic Product(s)

Substances derived from organic reactions, typically characterized by their natural composition or green chemistry principles.

Organic Product

A compound containing carbon atoms (excluding some carbonates and cyanides) produced as a result of an organic chemical reaction.