pressure Flashcards
1
Q
what is pressure?
A
pressure is exerted whenever a force is applied over an area
2
Q
what is pressure measured in?
A
Pa/ cm2/N m2/N
3
Q
how do you calculate pressure ?
A
pressure= force/area
4
Q
how do you calculate force?
A
area times by pressure = force
5
Q
how do you calculate area?
A
area = force/pressure
6
Q
what is force measured in?
A
Newtons
7
Q
what is area measured in?
A
m2/N
