Which devices is sued to measure atmospheric pressure

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Which one of the following devices is sued to measure atmospheric pressure?

1. Ammeter
2. Barometer
3. Potentiometer
4. Lactometer

Answer

An ammeter (from Ampere Meter) is a measuring instrument used to measure the current in a circuit. Potentiometer is essentially a voltage divider used for measuring electric potential (voltage). A lactometer is used to check purity of cow's milk.

The correct option is B.