Mercury Is a Convenient Liquid to Use in a Barometer

question 41

Multiple Choice

Mercury is a convenient liquid to use in a barometer because:

• A)it is a metal
• B)it has a high boiling point
• C)it expands little with temperature
• D)it has a high density
• E)it looks silvery

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