Pressure in liquids Flashcards
1
Q
liquid pressure
A
when the water molecules exert a force on a object in all directions
2
Q
Upthrust
A
The upward force that a liquid or gas exerts on a object floating in it
- e.g when your go deep in the water
3
Q
how do you calculate liquid pressure
A
liquid pressure = force/area m2
4
Q
the deeper you get in the ocean does the pressure increase or decrease ?
A
increase
