Glossary

Aneroid barometer

Aneroid barometer is described as a mechanical barometer used to measure air pressure for warnings of changing weather. A barometer is an instrument used to measure atmospheric pressure, usually measured in inches of mercury or millibars.

Ref: 122241/2006-10-09


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Alternative Spellings (Synonyms): Barometers

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