Science Chapter 5 The use of Fluids
Order by
6 terms
Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 Pressure | force per unit of area |
| atmospheric pressure | weight of air pushing down on itself and on Earths surface |
| hydraulic system | confined pressurized system that used moving liquids |
| pneumatic system | confined pressurized system that uses moving air or other gases such as carbon dioxide |
| compression | force transmitted from one particle to another volume of that gas must be reduced |
| compressible | gases that are very easily compressed |
First Time Here?
Welcome to Quizlet, a fun, free place to study. Try these flashcards, find others to study, or make your own.