Difference between atmospheric,Guage and absolute pressure Flashcards

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What is absolute pressure

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The actual pressure at a given point

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What is gauge pressure

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The difference between atmospheric pressure and absolute pressure

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What is atmospheric pressure

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It is the pressure of the surrounding air when measured at the surface of the earth

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