Atmospheric pressure at sea level is 1.013×10⁵ Pa. Equivalent height of mercury column (density 13600 kg/m³, g=9.8) is MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Atmospheric pressure at sea level is 1.013×10⁵ Pa. Equivalent height of mercury column (density 13600 kg/m³, g=9.8) is
A. 7.6 m
B. 13.6 m
C. 0.76 cm
D. 0.76 m
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
P = ρgh => h = P/(ρg) = 1.013×10⁵/(13600×9.8) ≈ 0.76 m = 76 cm.

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