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Analysing Scientific Interrelationships - Example 5

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A closed tube is hung up so that it is in a balanced state. Both ends are filled with mercury; the space between is filled with air.

The mercury on the right side of the tube is now heated.

Which of the two statements on the impact of this heating action is or are correct
(please note: the weight of the air in the tube is to be ignored)?

I. The left side will go down.

II. The right side will become lighter.

Degree of difficulty: high

Solution

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