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2 Construction Of Barometers

In order that the instrument may be portable, it must be made a fixture and mounted on a support; and, further, to render it scientifically or even practically useful, many precautions are required in its construction. The following remarks apply to


Admiral Fitzroy&rsquos Scale Words

The directions given on the scales of these barometers were drawn up by Admiral FitzRoy, F.R.S. They appear to be founded on the following considerations:— Supposing a compass diagram, with the principal points laid down, the N.E. is the w




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