8.9 - Pressure Exerted by Liquids and Gases
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What is pressure?
💡 Hint: Think about how force relates to an area.
What happens to pressure as the height of water increases?
💡 Hint: Consider how pressure acts in a deep container.
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What is the relationship between pressure and depth in a liquid?
💡 Hint: Think about how deep pools feel different at the bottom.
True or False: Gases only exert pressure when contained.
💡 Hint: Consider room air compared to an inflated balloon.
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A sealed container holds gas at atmospheric pressure. If it is taken deep underwater, what will happen to the gas inside if the container is not strong enough to withstand increased pressure?
💡 Hint: What do you know about gas behavior under pressure?
Design an experiment using different heights of water to determine the pressure at various points. Describe your method and expected outcomes.
💡 Hint: What materials will help in measuring water height and pressure?
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