Pressure

Pressure is the force applied over a specific area. In rigid body mechanics, it describes how much force is exerted on a surface by an object. For instance, if you stand on a floor, your weight spreads out over the area of your feet, creating pressure. Higher pressure occurs with more force or smaller areas, like a sharp object that can pierce through materials. Understanding pressure helps in various fields, such as engineering and physics, as it influences how structures behave under loads and how materials respond to forces.