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Sometimes gas pressure is measured with a device called a liquid manometer (Figure P 10.48). Explain how this instrument can be used to measure the pressure of gas in a bulb attached to one of the tubes.
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The liquid used in the manometer is typically mercury due to its high density. \[ \text{Manometer} \rightarrow \text{Filled with liquid} \] Show more…
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