Ch 6 Pressure Flashcards
1
Q
What is the formula for pressure?
A
Pressure = force / contact area (P = F/A)
P: pressure (Pa)
F: force (N)
A: contact area (m2)
2
Q
What is the SI unit for pressure?
A
Pascal (Pa)
3
Q
What is 1 cm2 converted to m2?
A
0.0001 m2