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Pressure in Physics
Definition of Pressure
Pressure is the force exerted per unit area on an object or surface. It is a scalar quantity and is measured in units of force per unit area, such as pascals (Pa) or pounds per square inch (psi).
Formula for Pressure
The formula for pressure is:
P = F / A
Where: P = pressure F = force A = area
Types of Pressure
There are two main types of pressure:
- Hydrostatic Pressure: The pressure exerted by a fluid (liquid or gas) at equilibrium due to the weight of the fluid.
- Air Pressure: The pressure exerted by the weight of the air in the atmosphere.
Pressure Units
Some common units of pressure include:
- Pascal (Pa): The SI unit of pressure, defined as one newton per square meter.
- Bar: A unit of pressure equal to 100,000 Pascals.
- Atmosphere (atm): A unit of pressure equal to 101,325 Pascals.
- Pounds per Square Inch (psi): A unit of pressure commonly used in engineering.
Pressure in Fluids
Pressure in fluids is directly proportional to the depth of the fluid and the density of the fluid.
Buoyancy and Archimedes' Principle
Archimedes' Principle states that the buoyancy force on an object is equal to the weight of the fluid displaced by the object.
Applications of Pressure
Pressure has many applications in physics, including:
- Hydraulics: The study of fluids under pressure, used in systems such as brakes and hydraulic lifts.
- Pneumatic Systems: Systems that use compressed air or gas to transmit power.
- Aerospace Engineering: Pressure is crucial in the design of aircraft and spacecraft.
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Learn about pressure in physics, its definition, formula, types, units, and applications in hydraulics, pneumatic systems, and aerospace engineering.