Why mercury is used in manometer?

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Answer :

Following are the reasons due to which mercury is used in manometers :-

i. Specific gravity of mercury is greater than the other liquids.

ii. Mercury is immiscible with other liquids.

iii. It does not stick to the surface in contact. 

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