Pressure and Fluid Dynamics Flashcards
1
Q
Define pressure
A
The force (in N) being exerted, divided by the area (in m^2) on which the force acts
2
Q
How does suction work
A
Creates negative pressure so that atmospheric pressure pushes the fluid in the direction of the negative pressure
3
Q
What is boyle’s law
A
“The pressure in a fixed amount of gas will increase as its volume decreases”
4
Q
What is hydrostatic pressure
A
Pressure due to weight of liquid
