How is absolute pressure measured? - Basic Mechanical Engineering

Q.  How is absolute pressure measured?
- Published on 01 Sep 15

a. Gauge pressure + Atmospheric pressure
b. Gauge pressure – Atmospheric pressure
c. Gauge pressure / Atmospheric pressure
d. None of the above

ANSWER: Gauge pressure + Atmospheric pressure
 

    Discussion

  • Sravanthi    -Posted on 12 Nov 15
    - Absolute pressure = Gauge pressure + Atmospheric pressure

    - Absolute pressure is measured relative to absolute zero pressure.

    - Gauge pressure is the pressure difference measured between system and surrounding atmosphere.

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