Pressure in Liquids and Gases

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Which statement is correct about the pressure inside a stationary gas contained in a sealed box?

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Correct option: The pressure is the same in all directions at a point.

Common mistakes: Thinks gravity means pressure only acts downwards; Thinks sides have zero pressure

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B1 · 1 mark · Correct statement selected: pressure acts equally in all directions at a point in stationary gas.

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Correct answer: The pressure is the same in all directions at a point. Gas pressure acts equally in all directions in a stationary gas.