Question

Why does Mercury column in a simple barometer stand at a particular height

Answer 1

Hi friend,

The Mercury column in a simple barometer stand at a particular height because of the atmospheric pressure outside us.

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Answer 2

Answer:

The mercury level in the tube drops a little and remains steady at a particular height.

Explanation: It does not fall further because the atmospheric pressure balances the mercury column in the tube at that level.