On what factors does the pressure acting on a surface depend? Define its S1 unit.

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Solution

P=Force/Area=F/A
FACTORS AFFECTING THE PRESSURE.
The surface area (A) on which thrust acts. More are, lesser is pressure.
The magnitude of thrust (F) acting on the surface

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