Key Stage 3
Meaning
Pressure is the force on a surface per unit area.
About Pressure
- Pressure is measured in Pascals (Pa).
- A large force on a small area causes a large pressure.
- A small force on a large area causes a small pressure.
Equation
\[P = \tfrac{F}{A}\] Where:
- P = Pressure
- F = Force
- A = Area