Page 1: Introduction to Pressure and Solid Pressure
This page introduces the concept of pressure and focuses on solid pressure.
Definition: Pressure is the net force acting perpendicular to a surface divided by the area of that surface.
Pressure is denoted by the symbol P and measured in Pascal (Pa) in the SI system. Other units of pressure include atmosphere (atm), bar, and torr.
Highlight: Pressure is a scalar quantity.
Solid Pressure:
Solid objects exert pressure on surfaces due to their weight. The formula for solid pressure is:
Formula: P = F / A
Where:
P = Pressure
F = Force (weight of the object)
A = Area of contact
Example: If three objects with different weights (F1 = 1, F2 = 2, F3 = 3) are placed on surfaces with the same area, their pressures will be in the ratio P1 : P2 : P3 = 1 : 2 : 3.
The page also mentions that solids transmit forces in the same direction and magnitude as applied.