# Difference between manometer and barometer

 Barometer Manometer A barometer is an instrument used to measure the air pressure as it varies with distance either above or below sea level. A manometer is used for measuring the liquid pressure with respect to an outside source which is usually considered to be the earth’s atmosphere. Types of Barometer: Mercury barometer Aneroid barometer Types of manometer: U-tube Manometer Enlarged Leg Manometer Well Type Manometer Inclined Tube Manometer