Collier's New Encyclopedia (1921)/Siphon

SIPHON, a curved tube having one branch longer than the other; used for transferring liquids from higher to lower levels. It acts by atmospheric pressure, and consequently cannot be depended on for overcoming heights greater than about 30 feet near the level of the sea, and a less height at greater elevations.

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