3. A pressure gauge indicates 25 psi when the barometer is at a pressure equivalent to 14.5 psia. Compute the absolute pressure in psi and feet of mercury when the specific gravity of mercury is 13.0. Ans: 39.5 psia, 7.0 ft.

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3. A pressure gauge indicates 25 psi when the barometer is at a pressure equivalent to 14.5
psia. Compute the absolute pressure in psi and feet of mercury when the specific gravity
of mercury is 13.0. Ans: 39.5 psia, 7.0 ft.
Transcribed Image Text:3. A pressure gauge indicates 25 psi when the barometer is at a pressure equivalent to 14.5 psia. Compute the absolute pressure in psi and feet of mercury when the specific gravity of mercury is 13.0. Ans: 39.5 psia, 7.0 ft.
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