Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Definition
Pressure is defined as force per unit area applied on surface in perpendicular direction whereas ΔV represents change in volume. In context of gases, increase/decrease in volume can affect pressure exerted by gas.