The discussion revolves around the question of why humans are not crushed by the weight of the atmosphere above them, despite the significant mass of air present. Participants explore concepts related to air pressure, forces acting in multiple directions, and the behavior of gas molecules, touching on theoretical and conceptual aspects of physics.
Participants do not reach a consensus on the explanations provided. There are competing views regarding the role of thermal energy, the effectiveness of the cushioning concept, and the interpretation of forces acting on the body due to atmospheric pressure.
Some discussions involve assumptions about the behavior of gases and the effects of gravity, with references to statistical mechanics and the nature of pressure. The complexity of these interactions is acknowledged but not resolved.
This discussion may be of interest to students studying physics, particularly those exploring concepts related to fluid dynamics, gas behavior, and pressure. It may also benefit individuals curious about the fundamental principles of atmospheric science.
As stated several times in this (several year old) thread, air pressure is about 14.7 pounds per square inch.er.manya said:maybe the area covered by the atmosphere distributes the force exerted by it to such an extent that it makes it minimal on us? correct me please if I am wrong...