๐Ÿงฒap physics 2 review

Cross Sectional Area

Written by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examโ€ขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated September 2025

Definition

The cross sectional area refers to the area of a two-dimensional shape that is perpendicular to the direction of motion or flow.

"Cross Sectional Area" also found in: