Mercury is used in mercury barometers because
A) it is very heavy - lighter fluids would require a much larger glass column
B) it is very heavy - lighter fluids would require a much shorter glass column
C) it is very light - heavier fluids would require a much larger glass column
D) it is very light - heavier fluids would require a much shorter glass column
Answer: A
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