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Why is alcohol or water sometimes used in place of mercury in certain manometers?

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1It has a higher density than mercury
2It has better thermal conductivity
3It provides higher sensitivity due to lower density✓
4It forms a stronger meniscus for accurate reading

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It provides higher sensitivity due to lower density

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