- #1
Pressure is defined as the force exerted on a surface divided by the area over which the force is applied. In other words, it is a measure of how much force is being applied within a given area.
Pressure can be calculated by dividing the force applied by the area over which it is applied. The unit for pressure is typically measured in units of force divided by units of area, such as pounds per square inch (psi) or newtons per square meter (N/m²).
The equation for pressure is P = F/A, where P represents pressure, F represents force, and A represents area. This equation can be rearranged to solve for any of the three variables.
The main factors that affect pressure are the amount of force being applied and the size of the area over which the force is applied. Other factors that may affect pressure include temperature, altitude, and the properties of the material being compressed.
Pressure can be measured using a variety of instruments, such as barometers, manometers, and pressure gauges. These instruments typically use a liquid or gas to transfer the pressure onto a scale or display, which allows for an accurate measurement to be read.
