Course Fundamentals of Thermodynamics

Energy conversion and changes of state of systems

Level 2 requires school mathematics. Suitable for pupils.

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Lesson
What is (Mechanical) Pressure?

Here, mechanical pressure is defined as a physical quantity and explained simply using examples.

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Related formulas

Formula
Mechanical Pressure (Definition)

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Mechanical Pressure (Force per Area) on a Plate

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