Problem with Pressure Equation units

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The discussion centers around the pressure equation P = P(STP) + ρgd, specifically questioning the unit consistency of the ρgd term. The user calculates the units for ρgd as kg/ms² and seeks clarification on whether this is equivalent to Pascal (Pa). It is confirmed that 1 Pascal equals 1 kg/ms², as it derives from the relationship between force and pressure. The explanation clarifies that both terms in the equation are indeed compatible, resolving the user's confusion. Understanding this unit equivalence is crucial for accurately applying the pressure equation in calculations.
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I was doing a problem that required me to initially find the amount of pressure that was acting on a bubble, I decided that I had to use the equation P=P(STP) + ρgd. But looking at the equation, the units for the ρgd part of the problem doesn't make sense about how that gives me a unit of pressure (Pascal).2. So I worked it out and:

ρ= kg/m^3
g= m/s^2
d= m

when multiplied together your units become kg/ms^2 which you are then adding to a pascal unit. So my question really is, is 1 kg/ms^2 = 1 Pa?

An explanation would be much appreciated!
 
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SanEng02 said:
I was doing a problem that required me to initially find the amount of pressure that was acting on a bubble, I decided that I had to use the equation P=P(STP) + ρgd. But looking at the equation, the units for the ρgd part of the problem doesn't make sense about how that gives me a unit of pressure (Pascal).2. So I worked it out and:

ρ= kg/m^3
g= m/s^2
d= m

when multiplied together your units become kg/ms^2 which you are then adding to a pascal unit. So my question really is, is 1 kg/ms^2 = 1 Pa?

An explanation would be much appreciated!

1 Pascal = 1 Newton / m2

1 Newton = 1 kg-m/s2 [Using F = m a]

Therefore, 1 Pascal = 1 N / m2 = 1 kg m/s2 × (1/m2) = 1 kg / m-s2

Compare with the units arising from the product ρgd. :wink:
 
Thank you so much! Makes sense now!
 
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