Underwater Pressure
Underwater pressure, abbreviated as \(p_u\), is the added pressure exerted underwater directly above a spot at the water level.
Underwater Pressure formula |
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\(\large{ p_u = 1025 \; g\; d }\) | ||
Symbol | English | Metric |
\(\large{ p_u }\) = underwater pressure | \(\large{\frac{lbf}{in^2}}\) | \(\large{Pa}\) |
\(\large{ g }\) = gravitational acceleration | \(\large{\frac{ft}{sec^2}}\) | \(\large{\frac{m}{s^2}}\) |
\(\large{ d }\) = depth under water | \(\large{ft}\) | \(\large{m}\) |