Mercury Barometer

 

Code Number: 2B35.10

Demo Title: Mercury Barometer

Condition: Excellent

Principle: Air Pressure

Area of Study: Fluids

Equipment: 

Barometers

Procedure: 

Make sure the mercury barometer is filled properly and to the proper levels. Care must be taken to insure that you do not spill any mercury from the reservoir when moving.  

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