Question

If the force of the explosion was focused onto a smaller ___________ of the window, then the pressure of the explosion on the window would be even greater.

Answer 1

A smaller portion of the window

Answer 2

If the force of the explosion was focused onto a smaller area of the window, then the pressure of the explosion on the window would be even greater.

Step-by-step explanation:

Pressure is defined as force per unit area. Mathematically:

`P=(F)/(A) \\`

F: force

A: area

We can note that pressure and area are inversely proportional. It means that for the same force applied in a smaller area, the pressure is greater.

Let's suppose we have a force of 100N applied in an area of 2m²

`P=(100N)/(2m^2)`

`P=50N/m^2`

For a smaller area (let's say 1m²)

`P=(100N)/(1m^2)`

the pressure is greater

The answer is: area