Pressure
Definition:
Pressure is a fundamental concept , defined as the amount of force applied per unit area.
Mathematically, pressure P is expressed as:
P = F / A
where:
- P is the pressure in Pascals (Pa).
- F is the force applied perpendicular to the surface in Newtons (N).
- A is the area over which the force is applied in m2
Units:
Pressure is commonly measured in Pascals (Pa), which is equal to one Newton per square metre (N/m²).
The pascal is the SI unit of pressure and is defined as one newton per square metre (N/m²). It is widely used in scientific and engineering contexts, providing a standard unit for pressure measurements.