Question

The SI unit for pressure is pascal (Pa). One hectopascal would equal how many pascals?

0.1 Pa

10 Pa

100 Pa

1000 Pa

Answer 1

1 hectopascal (hPa) is equivalent to 100 Pa

Answer 2

1 hectopascal = 100 Pascal

Step-by-step explanation:

Pressure exerted by an object is defined as the force acting on it per unit area. Mathematically, it is given by :

`pressure=(force)/(area)`

The SI unit of unit of pressure is pascal. It is equivalent to :

`1\ Pa=N/m^2`

or

`1\ Pa=kg\ m^(-1)s^(-2)`

1 hectopascal = 100 Pascal

So, one hectopascal equals 100 pa. Hence, the correct option is (c).