Absolute Pressure in Fluid Mechanics Formulas

Absolute pressure is the sum of gauge pressure and atmospheric pressure. And is denoted by P_abs. Absolute Pressure is usually measured using the Pascal for Pressure. Note that the value of Absolute Pressure is always negative.

Formulas to find Absolute Pressure in Fluid Mechanics

fxAbsolute Pressure at Height hGo

Fluid Mechanics formulas that make use of Absolute Pressure

fxHeight of Liquid given its Absolute PressureGo

fxSpecific Weight of Liquid given its Absolute Pressure at HeightGo

List of variables in Fluid Mechanics formulas

fx Atmospheric Pressure Go

fx Specific Weight of Liquids Go

fx Height Absolute Go

FAQ

What is the Absolute Pressure?

Absolute pressure is the sum of gauge pressure and atmospheric pressure. Absolute Pressure is usually measured using the Pascal for Pressure. Note that the value of Absolute Pressure is always negative.

Can the Absolute Pressure be negative?

Yes, the Absolute Pressure, measured in Pressure can be negative.

What unit is used to measure Absolute Pressure?

Absolute Pressure is usually measured using the Pascal[Pa] for Pressure. Kilopascal[Pa], Bar[Pa], Pound Per Square Inch[Pa] are the few other units in which Absolute Pressure can be measured.

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