What is the SI unit of pressure? 

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  1. N m-2
  2. N m
  3. N
  4. N m-1

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Option 1 : N m-2
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Key Points

  • The SI unit of pressure is named after Blaise Pascal, a French mathematician, physicist, and inventor.
  • One Pascal (Pa) is defined as one newton per square meter (N/m²).
  • Pressure is a measure of the force applied per unit area.
  • The Pascal is widely used in various scientific and engineering disciplines to quantify internal pressure, stress, Young's modulus, and ultimate tensile strength.

Additional Information

  • Atmospheric Pressure: It is the pressure exerted by the weight of the atmosphere and is measured in Pascals (Pa) or millibars (mb).
  • Barometer: An instrument used to measure atmospheric pressure, typically in millibars (mb) or Pascals (Pa).
  • Gauge Pressure: It is the pressure relative to atmospheric pressure, often measured using a pressure gauge.
  • Absolute Pressure: It is the total pressure exerted on a system, including atmospheric pressure, and is measured in Pascals (Pa).
  • Conversion: 1 Pascal (Pa) is equal to 0.00001 bar, and 1 atmosphere (atm) is equal to 101,325 Pascals (Pa).
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