In Denver, water boils at 202\deg F due to the decreased atmospheric pressure of 24.9 inches of mercury (SG = 13.6). If we assume a constant atmospheric temperature of 50 \deg F what is the elevation (in feet) of Denver?

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In Denver, water boils at 202\deg F due to the decreased atmospheric pressure of 24.9 inches of
mercury (SG = 13.6). If we assume a constant atmospheric temperature of 50 \deg F what is the
elevation (in feet) of Denver?
Transcribed Image Text:In Denver, water boils at 202\deg F due to the decreased atmospheric pressure of 24.9 inches of mercury (SG = 13.6). If we assume a constant atmospheric temperature of 50 \deg F what is the elevation (in feet) of Denver?
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