Many students think that pressure only acts downwards

Properties of Matter

Misconception RESEARCH REVIEW

References

The following studies have documented this misconception:

  • Besson, U., () Students' Conceptions of Fluids, International Journal of Science Education, 26 (14),

    1683-1714.

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