Pressure is the amount of force exerted perpendicular to the surface of an object per unit area.

What relates Pressure, Force, and Area?

The formula is P = F/A. Increasing force increases pressure; increasing area decreases pressure.

The Pascal (Pa), which is equal to one Newton per square meter (N/m²).

Pressure Calculator

Calculate Pressure, Force, or Area.

Force (F)

Area (A)

m²

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—Pascal (Pa)

Pressure (P)

Physics Formulas

Pressure

Force

Area

Frequently Asked Questions

How to Use

About the Pressure

What it calculates

This pressure computes physics quantities using established scientific equations. Force per unit area.

When to use it

Use for coursework, lab work, and engineering estimates where quick accurate results are needed.

Example

Adjust the inputs above to model your specific scenario with the Pressure.

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