Barometer is taken from the base to the top of a 279-m tower. assuming the density of air is 1.29 kg/m3, what is the measured change in pressure?

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Amya Donovan

7 February, 06:18

Barometer is taken from the base to the top of a 279-m tower. assuming the density of air is 1.29 kg/m3, what is the measured change in pressure?

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Marina Wood · Answer 1

Answer : P = 3527 Pa Explanation: Given : height, h = 279 m and density of air, Ď = 1.29 kg/m3 Change in pressure, P = h*Ď*g We know that gravity, g = 9.8 m/s2 Therefore P = 279 * 1.29 * 9.8 = 3527 Pa