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Homework Statement
Au shaped tube has a total length of 1 m, it is initially filled with air at 20* C and 1 atm, mercury is poured in without letting air escape, compressing the air. This continues until the mercury is filled to a level L, how long is L
Homework Equations
Im guessing PV=NRT,
It seems like it should involve the density of HG but its not given, nor is the volume
The Attempt at a Solution
I don't even know where to start, It seems like the final pressure is needed, Any suggestions?