Laplace's Law

Laplace's Law explains how the pressure inside a spherical or cylindrical structure, like a blood vessel or bubble, relates to its wall tension and size. Specifically, it states that the pressure difference across the wall is proportional to the wall tension divided by the radius of the structure. This means larger or more stretched structures need higher internal pressure to maintain their shape, while thicker walls can withstand more pressure. It helps us understand how vessels and bubbles behave under different conditions, impacting medical and engineering applications.