Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Pressure

Pressure — practice question

A student is investigating elephants. Fig. 2.1 displays an elephant.
(a)[2]

The student measures the elephant and notes the values, as shown in the table. Complete the table by adding a suitable unit for each measurement. Choose the units from those listed in the box.

(b(i))[3]

Calculate the elephant's weight.

(b(ii))[4]

Calculate the pressure the elephant puts on the ground when it is standing on four feet. Include a unit.

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