APPLICATIONS+INVESTIGATIONS IN EARTH
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Chapter 15.9, Problem 1A
Summary Introduction
The standard sea-level pressure in mb (millibars) and Hg units.
Introduction:
Mercury barometer was the first instrument used to measure air pressure. It was introduced in the year 1643.
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