The derived unit of pressure can be expressed as
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Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Pressure = \(\frac{Force}{Area}\)
Force = mass x acceleration
\(\therefore\) Pressure = \(\frac{mass \times acceleration}{Area}\)
= \(\frac{kg \times m \times s^{-2}}{m^2}\)
= kg m\(^{-1}\) s\(^{-2}\)
Pressure = \(\frac{Force}{Area}\)
Force = mass x acceleration
\(\therefore\) Pressure = \(\frac{mass \times acceleration}{Area}\)
= \(\frac{kg \times m \times s^{-2}}{m^2}\)
= kg m\(^{-1}\) s\(^{-2}\)