mattmns
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IS there a formula for atmospheric pressure based on height? Should I have posted this in another section?
The discussion revolves around the formula for atmospheric pressure as it relates to altitude. Participants explore the relationship between pressure, height, and temperature in the atmosphere, particularly focusing on low altitude conditions.
The conversation is active, with various participants contributing insights about atmospheric pressure formulas and the specific gas constant. Some guidance has been provided regarding the barometric formula, but multiple interpretations and areas of inquiry are still being explored.
Participants note the variability of pressures, temperatures, and densities with altitude, and the discussion includes references to standard atmosphere tables and specific conditions for low altitudes.
Originally posted by enigma
(snip)R is the gas constant (287 for air in SI units)(snip)
Originally posted by Bystander
Has this ever resulted in confusing situations? Someone taking the "specific gas constant" for one system as being really a constant and applying it to another system?
mattmns,Originally posted by mattmns
IS there a formula for atmospheric pressure based on height?