Let's break down the question step-by-step to find the answer:
1. Understanding the problem:
- We are given a specific pressure measurement unit.
- The problem states that this unit represents the pressure exerted when one newton (a unit of force) is applied uniformly over an area of one square meter.
2. Definition of Pressure:
- Pressure is defined as the force applied per unit area.
- The formula for pressure [tex]\( P \)[/tex] is:
[tex]\[
P = \frac{F}{A}
\][/tex]
where [tex]\( F \)[/tex] is the force in newtons and [tex]\( A \)[/tex] is the area in square meters.
3. Given values:
- Force [tex]\( F = 1 \)[/tex] newton
- Area [tex]\( A = 1 \)[/tex] square meter
4. Calculate the pressure:
- Substituting the given values into the pressure formula, we get:
[tex]\[
P = \frac{1 \text{ newton}}{1 \text{ square meter}} = 1 \text{ Pascal}
\][/tex]
5. Result:
- The pressure when one newton of force is applied over one square meter is called one Pascal.
Thus, one Pascal is the pressure of one newton on one square meter.
