One of the implications of the atmospheric pressure hypothesis is that:
A) A properly constructed vacuum pump would operate to a height of about 45 feet.
B) The atmosphere would support a column of mercury to a height of about 29 inches.
C) Storms are always accompanied by an increase in atmospheric pressure.
D) Barometers do not work as well on mountain tops as they do at sea level.
E) Water boils at a higher temperature on mountain tops than it does at sea level.
B
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indicate whethet this statement is true or false
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