Pressure Flashcards

(5 cards)

1
Q

What is the formula for calculating pressure?

A

p = F/A

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2
Q

True or False: Pressure is directly proportional to force.

A

True

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3
Q

Fill in the blank: If the force applied is 20 N and the area is 4 m², then the pressure is ____.

A

5 Pa

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4
Q

What units are commonly used to measure pressure?

A

Pascals (Pa)

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5
Q

If the area is doubled while the force remains constant, what happens to the pressure?

A

The pressure is halved.

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