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An instrument for determining the weight or pressure of the atmosphere, and hence for judging of the probable changes of weather, or for ascertaining the height of any ascent.
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How did the barometer get its name?
The barometer got its name from a combination of two Greek words: "baros" meaning weight, and "metron" meaning measure. This reflects its function of measuring atmospheric pressure by the weight of the air.
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When air pressuer increases what does the mercury in the barometer do?
Air is "pushed" into the open end of a barometer when the pressure is higher, meaning the mercury closer to the closed end of the barometer - where the pressure is measured - will rise.
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Why is barometer useful?
Because it has a high density... meaning that the volume increase or decrease due to altitude change is can be viewed in a practical sized barometer. If water, which had a much lower density, was used instead of Mercury, the barometer must be at least 15m high.
