How is pressure calculated?

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Pressure is calculated using the following formula:
Pressure = Force / Area
This formula tells us that pressure is equal to the force applied divided by the area over which it is applied. In order to use this formula, we need to know two things:
++ The force that is being applied (in Newtons, if using SI units)
++ The area over which the force is applied (in square meters, if using SI units)
Let's consider an example: Suppose a force of 100 Newtons is applied to an area of 10 square meters. The pressure can be calculated as follows:
Pressure = 100 N / 10 m² = 10 Pascal (Pa)
This means that the pressure exerted is 10 Pascals.
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