Which of the following barometer can be used as an altimeter?

Simple barometer

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

Fortin’s barometer

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

Aneroid barometer

Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses

Both A and B

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

Open in App

Solution

The correct option is C
Aneroid barometer

An altimeter is a device used in aircraft to measure its altitude. An aneroid barometer which has its scale calibrated in terms of height of ascent can be used as an altimeter. Since atmospheric pressure decreases with the increase in height above the sea level, therefore a barometer measuring the atmospheric pressure is used to determine the altitude.

Suggest Corrections

Similar questions

Mention two demerits of a simple barometer and state how they are removed in a Fortin barometer.

State two advantages of an aneroid barometer over a simple barometer.

Join BYJU'S Learning Program