Pressure in Liquids

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Definition of Pressure

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Force per unit area

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Pressure in Liquids

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Increases with depth

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Pascal's Principle

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Pressure applied is transmitted equally

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Hydrostatic Pressure

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Pressure due to liquid's weight

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Factors Affecting Pressure

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Depth, density, gravity

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Unit of Pressure

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Pascal (Pa)

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Pressure Formula

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P = ρgh

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Density's Role

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Higher density, higher pressure

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Atmospheric Pressure

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Pressure exerted by air

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Applications of Liquid Pressure

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Hydraulics, dams