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Mechanical Properties Of Fluids

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Mercury barometer reads less or more than actual? Explain.

Solution

Mercury barometer reads less than the actual reading because mercury is dry liquid. Therefore, as a result of surface tension the level of the fluid falls in the barometer. Hence, reads less.

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