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Barometer Basics Quiz
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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?

    <p>To indicate changes in atmospheric pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>It rises in the tube</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is mercury commonly used in barometers?

    <p>It has a high density and is sensitive to atmospheric pressure changes</p> 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.

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