Pressure
Properties of Matter

Matching hydraulic systems to levers

Physics Narrative for 11-14 Supporting Physics Teaching

A look at how levers and hydraulic systems are comparable

Notice the similarities between the lever systems to the hydraulic systems. The areas of the pistons and the lengths to the pivot have similar effects.

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Properties of Matter Supporting Physics Teaching

Not too deep!

As stated earlier, the pressure in a liquid, such as water, increases with depth. You're also probably aware that this is true...

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Measuring lung pressure

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Many students think that liquids are pulled up a straw due to suction

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RESEARCH REVIEW Properties of Matter

Many students think that static gas does not apply pressure

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Many students think that pressure only acts downwards

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