What Is the Pressure in a Gas Container That Is

question 106

Multiple Choice

What is the pressure in a gas container that is connected to an open-end U-tube manometer if the pressure of the atmosphere is 752 torr and the level of mercury in the arm connected to the container is 8.60 cm higher than the level of mercury open to the atmosphere?

• A)666 mm Hg
• B)743 mm Hg
• C)761 mm Hg
• D)838 mm Hg

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