The diagram below illustrates a simple barometer. Which distance measures the atmospheric pressure?

PHYSICS
WAEC 2018

The diagram below illustrates a simple barometer. Which distance measures the atmospheric pressure?

  • A. PQ
  • B. QR
  • C. RS
  • D. QS

Correct Answer: B. QR

Explanation

The height of the mercury column in a simple barometer is calculated as the atmospheric pressure.



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