Chapter 1: Motion, Forces and Energy (Pt. 8) Flashcards
1
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What is pressure?
A
Force per unit area
2
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What is the SI unit for pressure?
A
Pascals
3
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Write the eqn for pressure.
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5
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How do you increase pressure?
A
Increase the force or reduce the area it acts on.
6
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How do you reduce pressure?
A
Decrease the force or increase the area it acts on.
7
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How do you calculate the pressure caused by a column of liquid?
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