Barometer Basics Quiz

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What is the typical liquid used in a barometer?

Water
Mineral oil
Mercury (correct)
Alcohol

What does a barometer measure?

Humidity
Atmospheric pressure (correct)
Temperature
Wind speed

What is the purpose of the figure on a barometer scale?

To indicate the current weather (correct)
To calibrate the barometer
Decoration
To show the boiling point of mercury

What is the function of the figure on a barometer scale?

To indicate changes in atmospheric pressure (A) Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the mercury in a barometer when atmospheric pressure increases?

It rises in the tube (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why is mercury commonly used in barometers?

It has a high density and is sensitive to atmospheric pressure changes (C) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Barometer Basics

The typical liquid used in a barometer is mercury.
A barometer measures atmospheric pressure.

Barometer Scale

The figure on a barometer scale indicates the level of atmospheric pressure.
The purpose of the figure on a barometer scale is to provide a visual representation of the pressure reading.

Mercury's Behavior

When atmospheric pressure increases, the mercury in a barometer rises.
Mercury is commonly used in barometers because it is a dense liquid with a low vapour pressure, making it an ideal material for measuring pressure changes.

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Test your knowledge about barometers with this quiz! Learn about the typical liquid used in a barometer, what a barometer measures, and the purpose of the figure on a barometer scale.