1431Every Day ScienceMedium
Atmospheric pressure is the force (per unit-area) perpendicular to a unit-area of planetary surface, as determined by _________.
AMass of vertical column of atmospheric gases
BWeight of vertical column of atmospheric gases
CMass of vertical and weight of horizontal of atmospheric gases
DMass of horizontal column of atmospheric gases
Correct answer
B. Weight of vertical column of atmospheric gases
Explanation
Weight of vertical column of atmospheric gases is the correct answer. Review the question and compare it with the other choices to remember this fact for future exams.