P=FAcap P equals the fraction with numerator cap F and denominator cap A end-fraction Pressure (
): A scalar quantity representing the magnitude of force per unit area. Force ( force per unit area
If area is constant, increasing the force increases the pressure. P=FAcap P equals the fraction with numerator cap
Common in the US for tire and industrial pressure ( force per unit area
If force is constant, increasing the area decreases the pressure. This explains why a heavy elephant exerts less pressure on the ground than a person in high heels. 4. Real-World Applications