Name the device used for measuring the pressure exerted by liquids. Also, state its working principle.

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A manometer is used for measuring the pressure exerted by liquids.
It works on the principle of hydrostatic equilibrium. According to hydrostatic equilibrium, the excess pressure exerted at a point inside a liquid is equal to the weight of the liquid column above that point.

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