Which of the Following Statements About Pressure Is FALSE

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about pressure is FALSE?

• A) Common units of pressure include atmospheres, psi, and Pa.
• B) Pressure is the result of the force of atoms or molecules colliding with the walls of their container.
• C) Pressure is defined as force applied to a given area.
• D) Pressure increases as the number of collisions of the gas particles with their container decreases.
• E) Atmospheric pressure is less than 1 atm at elevations higher than sea level.

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