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(Physics only) Link atmospheric pressure to the weight of air above a surface.
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Pressure and pressure differences in fluids (physics only)
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Atmospheric pressure (physics only)
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(Physics only) Link atmospheric pressure to the weight of air above a surface
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In Physics, this page helps you answer questions about (Physics only) Link atmospheric pressure to the weight of air above a surface within Pressure and pressure differences in fluids (physics only). Focus on the key process, correct scientific terms, and how the idea links to exam-style questions. Key terms to check are atmospheric pressure and weight of air.
Key terms
- atmospheric pressure: The pressure exerted by the weight of air above a surface.
- weight of air: The force due to gravity acting on the mass of air above a surface.
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Linking Atmospheric Pressure: Remember that atmospheric pressure is caused by the weight of air above a surface, while liquid pressure is due to the weight of liquid above a point in a fluid.
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