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Homework Statement
How do I write equations on a computer?
I need some help with some Physics equations. I am about to take a course. I have very poor math skills, so I am hoping to improve my confidence, while learning some interesting equations.
I have included Boyles Law as it is the Boyle Law equation that helped me realize that I am missing something. I have studied Earth Science so far. I start chemistry/Physics next Trimester.
Homework Equations
My first question regards the equation: p = po + pgh
p = Pressure
o = angle (I think)
h = height (I think)
I don't know what the g stands for.
I infer that the equation is saying: pressure = pressure x angle + pressure x g x height
This makes no sense to me
The other question regards the following pV = K1.
This is known as Boyles law. It explains the behavior of gas.
I understand Boyles Law, but not why it is expressed with that equation. If I were to read that equation without knowing anything about Boyles Law I would read it as the following:
The Attempt at a Solution
Assume p (pressure) = 5pa and V (volume) = 4m3.
K1 = Constant
5 x 4 = Constant (it actually equals 20?!)
Which in my view makes no sense. I learned at high school if two letters are beside each other with no symbol, than you multiply them. Perhaps I'm mistaken?