If the Pressure in a Gas Container That Is Connected

question 113

Multiple Choice

If the pressure in a gas container that is connected to an open-end U-tube manometer is 126 kPa and the pressure of the atmosphere at the open end of the tube is 732 mm Hg,the level of mercury in the tube will

• A) be 213 mm higher in the arm open to the atmosphere.
• B) be 213 mm higher in the arm connected to the gas cylinder.
• C) be 945 mm higher in the arm open to the atmosphere.
• D) be 925 mm higher in the arm connected to the gas cylinder.

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