Units and dimensions: The pascal (Pa) is the SI unit of which quantity? Identify the physical quantity measured in N/m² = Pa in the SI system. Choose the correct option.
IIT JEE
Physics
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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APower
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BPressure (or stress)
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CEnergy
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DForce
Answer
Correct Answer: Pressure (or stress)
Explanation
Definition1 pascal = 1 newton per square metre (N/m²) measures pressure and also stress (same dimensions).
Final AnswerPressure (or stress)