barometric pressure
noun
: the pressure of the atmosphere usually expressed in terms of the height of a column of mercury
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Why heat leads to headaches — and how to avoid them
Changes in barometric pressure, direct sun exposure and humidity can trigger a headache.
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Heather Kelly, Washington Post, 11 July 2024
Research has shown that changes in barometric pressure, particularly low-pressure systems that indicate warm, humid weather, can worsen symptoms of arthritis and inflammation.
—Kylie Martin, Detroit Free Press, 27 June 2024
The lower oxygen levels within the tent are thought to accelerate the acclimatization process, but the tents aren’t able to decrease barometric pressure.
—Brian Strickland, Discover Magazine, 9 Mar. 2024
The camera also saves some extra info that others don't, including ambient temperature, altitude, and barometric pressure, even when the Log function is off.
—PCMAG, 13 Sep. 2023
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Heather Kelly, Washington Post, 11 July 2024
Research has shown that changes in barometric pressure, particularly low-pressure systems that indicate warm, humid weather, can worsen symptoms of arthritis and inflammation.
—Kylie Martin, Detroit Free Press, 27 June 2024
The lower oxygen levels within the tent are thought to accelerate the acclimatization process, but the tents aren’t able to decrease barometric pressure.
—Brian Strickland, Discover Magazine, 9 Mar. 2024
The camera also saves some extra info that others don't, including ambient temperature, altitude, and barometric pressure, even when the Log function is off.
—PCMAG, 13 Sep. 2023
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“Barometric pressure.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/barometric%20pressure. Accessed 27 Jul. 2024.
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