Pressure in Gases Flashcards
1
Q
Fluid
A
A substance with no fixed shape
2
Q
What is Fluid pressure ?
A
When liquid molecules exert a force on a object in all directions
3
Q
How do you increase Gas Pressure ?
A
- increasing the amount of particles within the same volume
- compressing the gas
- heating the gas particles
4
Q
Atmospheric Pressure
A
the pressure witch the air exerts on you
5
Q
How do you measure Fluid pressure ?
A
Fluid pressure = force/area m2