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Atmospheric Pressure

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Atmospheric Pressure

Atmospheric pressure is the force per unit of area created by the weight of the air (particles) in the atmosphere. Atmospheric pressure is measured using a mercury barometer.

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Mountains

  • At the top of mountains, atmospheric pressure is lower because there is less air (fewer particles) pressing down on the mountain.
  • Air is lighter than water, but it still exerts pressure on the things beneath it.
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Aeroplanes

  • When we move quickly up into the Earth’s atmosphere on a plane, your ears pop because of the drop in atmospheric (air) pressure.

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