If the Pressure in a Gas Container That Is Connected

question 18

Multiple Choice

If the pressure in a gas container that is connected to an open-end U-tube manometer is 116 kPa and the pressure of the atmosphere at the open end of the tube is 752 mmHg,the level of mercury in the tube will:

• A)be 118 mm higher in the arm open to the atmosphere
• B)be 118 mm higher in the arm connected to the gas cylinder
• C)be 870 mm higher in the arm open to the atmosphere
• D)be 870 mm higher in the arm connected to the gas cylinder

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